Zikhona Sonjica
Buyer’s Assistant
Cape Town
Summary
Dynamic procurement professional with proven expertise in trend assessment and effective communication, honed at Clicks Group. Excelled in competitive sourcing and fostering vendor relationships, significantly enhancing inventory management and customer satisfaction. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, driving operational excellence and team collaboration.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer’s Assistant
Cape Union Mart
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Processed purchase orders and invoices in accordance with company procedures.
- Managed database of vendor details and pricing information to maintain organization.
Category Assistant
Clicks Group
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of vendors in order to ensure compliance with established service level agreements and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Supported category manager in achieving sales targets through effective inventory management and pricing strategies.
- Maintained accurate record-keeping systems for all aspects of category management operations, ensuring easy access to critical information when needed.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better collaboration and problem resolution.
Assistant Store Manager
Clicks Group
06.2018 - 07.2022
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
- Analyzed customer feedback and implemented strategies to improve customer experience.
Education
Bachelor Of Commerce - Management Information Systems
University of The Western Cape
Cape Town 01.2016
Skills
Trend assessment
Data analysis
Product procurement
Competitive sourcing
Price negotiation
Effective communication
Price dispute resolution
Purchase order creation
Problem-Solving
Teamwork and Collaboration
Data Entry
Attention to Detail
Timeline
Buyer’s Assistant
Cape Union Mart
08.2024 - Current
Category Assistant
Clicks Group
08.2022 - 07.2024
Assistant Store Manager
Clicks Group
06.2018 - 07.2022
Bachelor Of Commerce - Management Information Systems
University of The Western Cape