Senior Buyer

Negotiated contracts with key suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with business needs. Identified new sourcing opportunities and evaluated potential suppliers for agreements. Analyzed market trends and supplier performance to uncover cost-saving opportunities. Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels to minimize excess. Attended industry fairs and expos to engage with new and existing suppliers.

Managed supplier relationships, maintaining high standards of quality and service. Coordinated with finance and operations teams to accurately forecast demand. Produced high-quality content daily for social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram. Managed budgets and payments for paid advertising campaigns, optimizing ad spend for results. Responded to emails, private messages, and comments across Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest platforms. Assisted Social Media Manager with creation and implementation of advertising strategies on Facebook, Instagram, and Google. Implemented posting schedule based on web traffic and customer engagement metrics for optimal results. Monitored website traffic and evaluated metrics from Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest to refine marketing activities. Attended weekly progress meetings to strengthen client relationships through effective communication. Responded promptly to comments and messages on social media platforms, fostering a positive community and enhancing customer service. Analysed social media metrics to evaluate performance, identify trends, and inform future content strategies for improved results. Worked with social media team members to coordinate ad campaigns with social media strategy. Created and curated engaging content, including images, videos, and blog posts, to drive interactions and increase followers. Implemented posting schedule, considering web traffic and customer engagement metrics for optimum results. Edited and proofread social media content to maintain high-quality standards and brand consistency across platforms. Analysed social media metrics regularly, identifying opportunities to optimise social media strategy. Wrote copy for advertisements, email communications and media used in advertising. Kept up to date with social media platform trends to boost engagement.

Handled import/export regulations and merchandising strategies. Managed supplier relationships and inventory control. Supported financial and business forecasts to facilitate accurate budgets. Arranged product testing with laboratories and ensured all products met requirements. Worked with product designers and suppliers to ensure final product met licensing requirements. Managed product samples and purchase orders. Received and prepared online orders for efficient processing. Maintained accurate stock lists for inventory control. Liaised with buyers, analysts, stores, suppliers, and distributors to ensure smooth operations. Operated orders using Sage 50 and Apparel Magic software for streamlined workflows. Trained staff on online dispatch software including Kewill, Apparel Magic, and The Edge. Created and distributed order and shipping reports. Analyzed bestsellers to optimize pricing, colors, and styles. Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery.

Monitored shipments and obtained clearance from customs and other agencies. Customized products to meet user specifications improving customer experience. Assisted team members and customers regarding stock and inventory queries. Guided teams in planning, implementation and execution of merchandising. Offered thorough support knowledge aiding team assignments and deliverables. Supported financial and business forecasts to facilitate accurate budgets. Arranged product testing with laboratories and ensured all products met requirements. Worked with product designers and suppliers to ensure final product met licensing requirements. Managed product samples and purchase orders. Received and prepared online orders for efficient processing. Managed paperwork associated with online order fulfillment. Maintained accurate stock lists for inventory control. Liaised with buyers, analysts, stores, suppliers, and distributors to ensure smooth operations. Operated orders using Sage 50 and Apparel Magic software. Trained staff on online dispatch software. Created and distributed order and shipping reports. Analyzed bestsellers to optimize pricing, colors, and styles. Developed strong vendor relationships.

Greeted visitors in person and via telephone, addressing inquiries or directing them appropriately. Maintained employee and department directories. Ensured a safe and clean reception area. Documented and communicated actions and irregularities. Coordinated incoming and outgoing mail flow. Organized office activities to enhance productivity. Processed cash transactions. Handled incoming telephone calls, taking accurate messages. Filed and maintained invoices, customer records and other paperwork. Handled confidential documents with discretion. Used Microsoft Office to track information, update records and write correspondence. Resolved customer queries and complaints.

Provided expert advice on visas and passports. Achieved profit and sales targets through holiday and insurance sales. Prepared promotional materials and displays. Sourced products and destinations for bespoke travel and sustainable tourism. Facilitated communication with travel partners including airlines and hotels. Handled customer inquiries and managed bookings for flights, hotels, and excursions. Balanced customer requirements and budgets against travel goals and industry trends. Resolved booking issues and complaints efficiently. Managed complex travel bookings including multi-destination trips and special access arrangements. Leveraged social media platforms to share travel tips and destination highlights.