Runita Dsouza
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Friendly and organized, with keen eye for trends and ability to thrive in fast paced environment.
Knowledge of logistics and vendor relation with a strong understanding of retail buying procedures.
Proficient in ERP systems and skilled in supplier negotiation. Committed to leveraging expertise to drive operational excellence and foster strategic supplier partnerships.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Buyer
Eyewa
Dubai, UAE
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in product sourcing and vendor negotiations, securing favorable terms for key product categories.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries, proactively addressing any issues related to order fulfillment.
- Achieved cost savings by returning expired stock and creating SOPs for handling expiry management with 3rd party CCL/PCL vendors.
- Reviewed and reconciled supplier Statements of Account (SOA), ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies.
- Collaborated with the logistics team to ensure on-time shipments, minimizing delays and ensuring stock availability.
- Worked closely with the Creative team to approve pre-production samples, ensuring quality for website imagery and product listings.
- Partnered with the eCommerce team to provide accurate product details, improving product listing accuracy and go-live times.
- Created and implemented SOPs to streamline planning and buying processes for replenishment and new product introductions, improving operational efficiency.
- Generated and processed Purchase Orders (POs) in the ERP system, ensuring accuracy in quantities and pricing.
- Updated internal order tracker and Proforma invoice records to ensure seamless order management and accurate financial reporting.
- Verified Goods Receipt Note (GRN) reports, addressing discrepancies promptly and ensuring product accuracy upon arrival.
Logistics assistant
eyewa
Dubai, UAE
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed end-to-end international supplier shipments for KSA and UAE, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
- Coordinated with suppliers on order statuses, promptly informing the buying team of any delivery delays and mitigating impact on operations.
- Facilitated prompt intercompany stock transfers between Kuwait, Oman, and KSA, improving inventory flow and reducing stockouts.
- Negotiated shipping rates and contracts with forwarders, achieving cost reductions on freight expenses.
- Established and maintained relationships with forwarders, optimizing shipping routes and reducing delivery times.
- Reviewed and verified shipping documents (bill of lading, invoices, Saber) for accuracy prior to shipment.
- Submitted invoices for attestation to the Chamber of Commerce, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of shipments, freight costs, documents, SKUs, and quantities in the ERP system, ensuring up-to-date information.
Education
Bachelors of Management Studies - Marketing
University of Mumbai
Mumbai, India /2018 - /2021
Postgraduate Diploma - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Manipal Academy of Higher Education - MAHE, Dubai
09.2021 - /2022
Skills
- Logistics understanding
- Retail buying procedures
- Fluent in erp systems
- Supplier relationship management
- Logistics coordination
- Supplier negotiation
Certification
- Supply Chain Sourcing - Coursera
- International Business Operations - Coursera
Timeline
Assistant Buyer
Eyewa
07.2024 - Current
Logistics assistant
eyewa
08.2022 - 06.2024
Postgraduate Diploma - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Manipal Academy of Higher Education - MAHE, Dubai
09.2021 - /2022
Bachelors of Management Studies - Marketing
University of Mumbai
/2018 - /2021
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