NOLUVUYO ZONDI

Currently heading project of improving current GP metric report, by categorizing the Accessory Data file for better analysis and reporting.

• Source new & innovative products and plan product launches
• Forecast purchasing trends and improve merchandising strategies.
• Purchased over $[Amount] in Speakers, Headphones, Drones and other electronic products.
• Profit margin & sales management.
• Reporting key categories within portfolio.
• Develop and improve account relationships.

• Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers.
• Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
• Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue and profits.
• Oversaw setup process for new item specifications and new vendor profiles in procurement system.
• Performed competitive market and sales analysis and applied best practices to drive business strategy.
• Provided operational support and data analysis.

• Analyzed sales data and conducted competitor research to efficiently order merchandise according to sales trends.
• Guaranteed timely delivery of merchandise through consistent communication with distribution centers and vendors.
• Processed, reviewed and tracked replenishment orders using SAP.
• Researched and evaluated market trends through online sources, customer feedback and competitor shopping.
• Input data into system and recorded order updates with 95% accuracy.
• Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration and intelligent questioning skills.

• Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
• Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget.
• Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
• Protected store from loss or theft by setting and enforcing clear security policies.
• Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
• Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
• Coached sales associates on product knowledge by using wide variety of training tools.

• Identified, researched and pursued product opportunities.
• Researched and shopped competitors to maintain accurate and up-to-date knowledge of market conditions.
• Prepared weekly sales reports and worked with vendors to improve product performance.
• Optimized presentations by assisting with planning, visual and marketing teams.
• Sourced vendors, assisted with negotiations and set up schedules for merchandise deliveries.
• Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration and intelligent questioning skills.