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RISIKAT OLAYEMI KAREEM

Mississauga,ON

Summary

Adept at driving operational excellence, I spearheaded a team at Reitmans Canada Ltd., enhancing productivity and customer satisfaction. My expertise in cost analysis and savings, coupled with robust project management skills, led to significant efficiency improvements. My leadership not only fostered employee growth but also solidified customer relationships, marking a notable achievement in revenue generation.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Proprietor

Riscut fashion house
Toronto, Ontario
12.2005 - 06.2024
  • Supervised and trained tailoring staff in the correct use of equipment, techniques, and safety protocols.
  • Monitored production to ensure quality standards were met and exceeded.
  • Developed and implemented new procedures to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Ensured that customer orders were completed on time and according to specifications.
  • Prepared daily reports on production progress, labor costs, material usage.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for production.

Team Lead

Reitmans Canada Ltd.
Toronto, Ontario
08.2000 - 10.2005
  • Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
  • Conducted performance appraisals for team members, providing feedback and identifying areas of improvement.
  • Developed strategies to increase team productivity and improve customer service levels.
  • Monitored team performance against targets, taking corrective action where necessary.
  • Coordinated resources across multiple teams to achieve project goals within budget constraints.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop effective solutions that meet customer needs.
  • Created detailed reports on team activities as requested by management.

Fashion Assistant

Reitmans Canada Ltd.
– Mississauga,, ON
03.1997 - 07.2002
  • Organized fittings and communicated with clients about their desired looks.
  • Assisted in selecting garments from showrooms to be used for shoots or shows.
  • Managed inventory of clothing, accessories, and shoes for shoots.
  • Sourced props and other visual elements for photoshoots.
  • Maintained detailed records of all expenses related to fashion projects.
  • Developed relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
  • Monitored competitor's activities and kept abreast of new products available in the market.
  • Attended trade shows, fashion events, and store openings to stay up-to-date on industry trends.
  • Created mood boards showcasing upcoming trends in fashion.
  • Edited photos taken during photoshoots using Adobe Photoshop software.

Education

Fashion Arts And Business

University of Toronto
Toronto, None
04-2006

Skills

  • Purchasing and planning
  • Cost analysis and savings
  • Employee supervision
  • Revenue generation
  • Project management
  • Customer relationship management

Accomplishments

  • Certificate in Business Administration

Affiliations

  • I love to travelling
  • I enjoy cooking.

Timeline

Proprietor

Riscut fashion house
12.2005 - 06.2024

Team Lead

Reitmans Canada Ltd.
08.2000 - 10.2005

Fashion Assistant

Reitmans Canada Ltd.
03.1997 - 07.2002

Fashion Arts And Business

University of Toronto

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