Maya (Maame) Kessiewah Scharf
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Results-driven Inventory Control Specialist with excellent problem-solving, analytical and organizational abilities and strong focus on collaborating with employees to resolve business, customer and vendor issues quickly. Works alone or as part of team to manage high volumes of work in fast-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Control Specialist (Buying)
Costco Wholesale Corporate Office
01.2016 - Current
- Created contracts and their amendments for clients
- Department page review , setup and updates for costco.ca
- Issuing, auditing and maintaining Purchase orders
- SAP systems, BI Reports, AS400, Query
- Sales forecasting and redistribution of goods and services
- Analyze budget sales, monitor and maintain inventory in all Canadian locations
- Data entry and Maintenance for buying staff
- Reconciling Account payable and inventory
- Providing Member and Vendor Support
- Reading, creating and analyzing report such as Product Returns, Receiving history, Safety audit, Price audits, Commerce report, Quality assurance and compliance and Item comparisons
- Nurturing relationships with suppliers to negotiate cost savings where possible
- Organize tasks and follow up on administrative duties for the buyer
- Sends and tracks vendor contracts and agreements
- Works with buyers in communicating and coordinating the execution of items and programs
- Conduct research for new proposals
- Audit documents to ensure all procedures and company policies are being followed
- Tracks and executes duties based on priority and importance.
- Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
- Researched and identified potential new suppliers to increase vendor base.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers to achieve best pricing and terms.
Front End Supervisor
Costco Wholesale
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Work with employees to achieve warehouse goals
- Provide training encouragement, advice and feedback to employees/members
- Perform daily audits for refunded merchandise
- Assist management in administrative duties.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Confirmed continual compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding store operations.
- Utilized store analytics to identify areas of improvement in customer experiences.
- Mentored new sales associates to contribute to store's positive culture.
- Researched issues to obtain appropriate answers to customer inquiries.
Cashier
Costco Wholesale
09.2011 - 01.2016
- Inventory stocker and Customer Service
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Advanced Human Resource, Business Administration
Algonquin College
Ottawa07.2015
No Degree - Business Administration
Trent University
2010
Skills
- SKILL SETS
- 10 years in retail and merchandising
- 5 years in customer service industry
- 5 years in Inventory Control and Procurement
- Responds well to situations with competing agendas and compressed timelines
- Uses highly developed interpersonal skills for positive public relations for employer
- Proficient with
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SAP, Google Drive, Query, HR Systems and Internet
- Inventory and Supply Control
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Web-Based Communication
Timeline
Front End Supervisor
Costco Wholesale
01.2017 - 12.2018
Inventory Control Specialist (Buying)
Costco Wholesale Corporate Office
01.2016 - Current
Cashier
Costco Wholesale
09.2011 - 01.2016
Advanced Diploma - Advanced Human Resource, Business Administration
Algonquin College
No Degree - Business Administration
Trent University
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