JADE WALKER
Waihou,Waihou
Summary
I am wanting to advance my career to better the wellbeing of my two children and myself. I am looking to remain local, enabling me to have the balance between work and family. I have been employed by Inghams for four years, learning about the company, their values and how they grow their people. Delivering Induction to new starters across multiple sites and getting them ready for their journey. Delivering compliance training in preparation of audits.
Experienced with procurement and supplier relationship management, ensuring optimal inventory levels to support sales operations. Utilizes strong negotiation skills to secure beneficial contracts and streamline procurement processes. Knowledge of effective communication and teamwork, contributing to consistent and successful purchasing outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Purchasing Officer
Inghams Enterprises
Waitoa, WKO
03.2023 - Current
- Established strong vendor relationships to enhance supply chain reliability and performance.
- Developed and implemented purchasing policies that improved efficiency and compliance.
- Enhanced supplier performance with thorough evaluations and regular communication.
- Ensured timely delivery of products to customers through efficient purchase order management.
- Maintained error-free records of purchases to determine timing and quality of deliveries using Excel Pivot tables, Coupa and BPCS
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions in the supply chain due to unforeseen events or issues with suppliers.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases, payments, and other relevant documentation for audit purposes.
- Contributed to cross-functional projects aimed at improving overall company efficiency.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand forecasting techniques and data analysis.
- Reduced order lead times, closely monitoring supplier deliveries and addressing delays proactively.
- Maintained clean, adequately stocked, and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
Learning Advisor
Inghams Enterprises PTY LTD
01.2022 - Current
- Support new staff to transition from induction to being competent learners in the business
- Assist new staff to settle into the business by offering technical support and/or assistance to the Team Leader to ensure smooth integration of new staff
- Be able to facilitate site induction as required
- Enrol staff onto the Competenz framework
- Sign off assessments
- L&N Assessor
- Pallet Jack Training
- Assessor 4098
- Work with other members of the P&P team to gain maximum growth and development for new and existing staff by improving processes and skills across the business
Retail Sales/Customer Support/Administration
Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited
01.2011 - Current
- Staff Management
- Stock Management from Master Planning Reports
- Health and Safety Representative
- Stock Taking Cycle Counting
- Inwards and Outwards Goods Handling and Administration
- Customer Service and Enquiry Processing
- In-store and on-farm Promotional Event Co-ordination
- General Administrative Office Duties
- Fork Lift Operation
- Managing in the absence of the Store Manager
Dispatch
Inghams Enterprises PTY LTD
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Pallatising product
- QC Product checks
- Xray and metal detector checks
- Health and Safety daily checks
Self Employed Dairy Farmer
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Human Resources - Wages, Contracts, staff recruitment, training, skills analysis
- Feed budgeting, - Pasture Walk Data
- Fonterra Supplier compliance and record keeping
Education
Centre of Learning All Aspects of Business
Red Seed Sales Training
Promotion of Unity within the Business Units. Training through-out all Waikato Farmlands Stores
Braveheart Computer Training
Current Forklift Licence - undefined
01-2023
Skills
- Office/CRM systems
- BPCS and Coupa ordering system
- Dairy Industry Compliance
- Safe Forklift Operation
- Stock Inventory Management
- Attention to detail
- Self-motivation
- Customer/Client Interaction
Languages
English
Interests
- Gardening
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Fundraising Events
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Music
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- I enjoy DYI in my home
Timeline
Sales Purchasing Officer
Inghams Enterprises
03.2023 - Current
Dispatch
Inghams Enterprises PTY LTD
03.2022 - 06.2022
Learning Advisor
Inghams Enterprises PTY LTD
01.2022 - Current
Retail Sales/Customer Support/Administration
Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited
01.2011 - Current
Self Employed Dairy Farmer
01.2005 - 01.2011
Promotion of Unity within the Business Units. Training through-out all Waikato Farmlands Stores
Braveheart Computer Training
Current Forklift Licence - undefined
Centre of Learning All Aspects of Business
Red Seed Sales Training
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
- Microsoft AX
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Point of Sale Software (POS)
- Operational System Software
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- 1) ENJOY A CHALLENGE
- 2) DEDICATED WORTH ETHIC
- 3) EXCELLENT TIME MANAGEMENT
- 4) ADAPTABLE TO CHANGE
- 5) CHEERFUL SENSE OF HUMOUR
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
- Microsoft AX
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Point of Sale Software (POS)
- Operational System Software