GRAVITY
BADUSHA ABDUL VAHID
IMPORT BUYER
Al Ain City
Summary
Professional import buyer with strong track record in sourcing and managing international suppliers. Known for strategic negotiation skills, cost-saving initiatives, and impeccable supply chain management. Highly collaborative team player, adaptable to dynamic market conditions, and consistently delivers results. Skilled in vendor relations, market analysis, and compliance with international trade regulations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
IMPORT BUYER
INTERNATIONAL GRAND MART L.L.C
01.2023 - Current
- Evaluated supplier performance through regular reviews, fostering continuous improvement in product quality and service levels.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive import documentation, ensuring full compliance with all relevant trade regulations.
- Implemented demand forecasting tools that enabled more precise ordering decisions resulting in reduced stockouts and excess inventory costs.
- Enhanced supplier relationships by negotiating favorable terms and conditions for import purchases.
- Developed strategic sourcing plans to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve supply chain performance.
- Resolved discrepancies between invoiced amounts and received merchandise, protecting company finances and maintaining positive supplier relations.
- Managed purchase order processes from initial requisition through final payment, ensuring accuracy and timeliness at every stage.
- Collaborated with finance teams to manage currency exchange rate fluctuations and mitigate potential impacts on company profitability.
- Mitigated risks associated with international trade by staying abreast of changing regulations, tariffs, and other factors impacting import operations.
- Conducted market research to stay informed about global trends, emerging markets, and potential new suppliers.
- Collaborated with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of imported products while minimizing transportation costs.
- Maintained accurate records of import transactions, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Inventory Controller
INTERNATIONAL GRAND MART L.L.C
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Reduced excess stock levels by conducting regular audits and adjusting ordering processes accordingly.
- Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
- Optimized storage capacity utilization by reorganizing warehouse layouts according to product size, weight, and demand patterns.
- Performed root cause analysis of discrepancies between physical inventory counts and system records, taking corrective actions where necessary.
- Assisted finance department with cost control measures by providing accurate reporting on inventory costs and usage patterns.
- Decreased stock discrepancies by regularly updating item master data to ensure proper classification and location assignments.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by implementing efficient tracking and organization systems.
Accountant
INTERNATINAL GRAND MART L.L.C
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
DMIST COLLEGE
INDIA 04.2001 -
Skills
Import regulations
Quality control monitoring
Market research analysis
Customs compliance
Vendor relationship management
Product evaluation
Pricing negotiations
Customer service
Sales experience
Software
MS OFFICE
Timeline
IMPORT BUYER
INTERNATIONAL GRAND MART L.L.C
01.2023 - Current
Inventory Controller
INTERNATIONAL GRAND MART L.L.C
01.2022 - 12.2022
Accountant
INTERNATINAL GRAND MART L.L.C
12.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Commerce -
DMIST COLLEGE
04.2001 -
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