Elana Mckivergan
Johannesburg
Summary
Senior Buyer with over [Number] years of progressive retail experience. Well-versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Proficient in purchasing and procurement environments. Expert at supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on consistent schedule.
Certified Interior Designer offering 30-year history of designing innovative, functional spaces focused on sustainability and creative aesthetic design. Experienced design leader, skilled in writing proposals, delivering client presentations and building key relationships to grow client base.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer Ladies Fashion
Nickel On Style (Pty) Ltd
06.2014 - Current
- Analyzed current vendors and products to stay abreast of market trends and evaluate new suppliers.
- Employed expert inventory management and oversight skills to formulate business metrics and meet corporate goals.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Cultivated relationships with wholesalers and distributors to increase inventory availability.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Provided training and guidance to junior team members on best practices in purchasing, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement department.
Interior Decorator
Zen Interiors
01.1984 - Current
- Maintained knowledge of constantly changing interior design trends and products.
- Researched and stayed current on industry trends to incorporate new products into designs.
- Sourced unique materials and furnishings, creating one-of-a-kind environments tailored to individual tastes.
- Optimized small spaces using innovative storage solutions and clever furniture arrangements for increased functionality.
- Assisted clients with budget considerations and made recommendations for furniture, wall hangings and [Type] items.
- Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
- Streamlined project execution by maintaining clear communication between clients, suppliers, and team members.
- Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals.
- Completed client consultations and worked with architects to define needs and style preferences for new office spaces.
- Stayed abreast of industry trends and innovations to provide clients with cutting-edge design solutions.
- Collaborated with contractors and suppliers for smooth execution of design plans.
- Purchased accessories to coordinate with furniture purchases and enhance rooms.
Sales Team Leader
Honey Jewellery
02.2009 - 04.2013
- Generated advertising brochure for vendor use.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
- Fostered an environment of collaboration within the sales team which encouraged knowledge sharing and group problemsolving.
- Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
- Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
- Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cambridge College
Durban South Africa12.1980
Skills
- Interpersonal ability
- Procurement Management
- Recordkeeping ability
- Vendor coordination
- Purchasing expertise
- Staff Training
- Customer Needs Identification
- Market Trend Analysis
- Attention to Detail
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Retail Merchandise Buying
- New Merchandise Presentation
- Multi-tasking strength
- Invoice Payment Authorization
- Pricing negotiation
- Sales experience
- Ordering and Purchasing
- Wholesale Merchandise Buying
- Trend assessment
- Goods procurement
- Trend Monitoring
- Merchandise Inspection
- Inventory Oversight
- Retail Management
Art, design, decor, gardening, travel
Passion for all things beautiful. Mother nature, Gardening, painting, sculpting, drawing , design, fashion and travel
Timeline
Buyer Ladies Fashion
Nickel On Style (Pty) Ltd
06.2014 - Current
Sales Team Leader
Honey Jewellery
02.2009 - 04.2013
Interior Decorator
Zen Interiors
01.1984 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cambridge College
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