AFSAL AHAMMEDKUTTY
FMCG BUYER
SHARJAH
Summary
FMCG Buyer with over 5 of progressive retail experience. Well-versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Proficient in purchasing and procurement environments. Expert at supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on consistent schedule. Have Valid UAE Driving License.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Buyer
Nesto HyperMarket
Sharjah
04.2022 - Current
- Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
- Met with suppliers to assess changes and determine proper courses of action.
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales.
- Conferred with sales and purchasing to match customer preferences.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Negotiated pricing to determine best deal .
- Removed poor performing items from future buys.
Floor Manager
Grand Cochin Retail LLp
Kerala
06.2016 - 03.2019
- Multiplied earnings through sales goal achievement, customer service improvements and commitment to team objectives.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Kept orderly and accurate accounting records by monitoring sales documentation.
- Submitted reports to senior management to aid in business decision-making and planning.
- Implemented challenging personnel and department goals to drive performance.
- Made personal recommendations for customers by sharing product knowledge and demonstrating product.
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Managed inventory with accuracy to manage stock and determine future profit.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Assessed sales reports to identify and enhance sales performance, support inventory oversight and capitalize on emerging trends.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Business
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kerala 05.2012 - 06.2015
Skills
Pricing negotiations
Timeline
Buyer
Nesto HyperMarket
04.2022 - Current
Floor Manager
Grand Cochin Retail LLp
06.2016 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Business
Mahatma Gandhi University
05.2012 - 06.2015
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