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Kathleen Strydom

Summary

Dynamic procurement and styling professional with proven expertise in purchase order management and exceptional relationship-building skills. At Plastilon Swakopmund, reduced procurement costs and enhanced supplier efficiency. Known for strategic planning and resourcefulness, adept at identifying customer needs and trends, ensuring high client satisfaction and repeat business.

Overview

2024
2024
years of professional experience

Work History

Buyer

Plastilon Swakopmund
  • Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
  • Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
  • Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
  • Increased supplier efficiency by negotiating contracts and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
  • Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing efficient systems and procedures for order management.

Stock Controller

Plastilon Swakopmund

Stylist

Hello Gorgeous Hair
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by supporting team members and assisting with tasks as necessary.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased repeat business and referrals.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fashion trends and industry news, ensuring relevant styling suggestions for clients.
  • Monitored current trends to understand fashions and better serve customer needs.

Education

Beauty Industry

Stellenbosch Hair Academy
Stellenbosch
12.2019

Matric Certificate -

Private School Swakopmund
11.2018

Skills

  • Purchase order management
  • Relationship building
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Materials sourcing
  • Customer service
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Strategic planning
  • Resourcefulness
  • Sales experience
  • Presentation
  • Procurement procedures
  • Proficient in software
  • Customer needs identification

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Intermediate (B1)
Afrikaans
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Stylist

Hello Gorgeous Hair
01.2022 - 01.2024

Buyer

Plastilon Swakopmund

Stock Controller

Plastilon Swakopmund

Beauty Industry

Stellenbosch Hair Academy

Matric Certificate -

Private School Swakopmund

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