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Banan Shaheen

Category Management

Summary

Detail-oriented E-commerce Specialist with strong experience in category management, vendor coordination, and inventory control. Skilled in managing product listings, optimizing procurement processes, and ensuring seamless supply chain operations. Adept at collaborating with suppliers to maintain stock levels and support business growth.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Category Management

Ninja
01.2024 - Current
  • Managed multiple categories simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of products and services at optimal prices.
  • Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
  • Streamlined procurement processes by implementing efficient category management strategies.
  • Built partnerships with assigned retailers and buyers through presentation of market trends and shopper data.
  • Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
  • Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective purchasing terms.
  • Reviewed each store location's buying trends to ascertain correct assortment of apparel for maximum sales and profits.
  • Improved inventory control, resulting in reduced waste and better use of resources.

Document Controller

Royal HaskoningDHV
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Monitored due dates and deadlines and worked to submit all documents on time or early.
  • Checked accuracy and completeness of documents to identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
  • Carefully reviewed all documents and reports for completeness and accuracy.
  • Coordinated document exchange between departments, contractors, suppliers, and customers.
  • Maintained accurate records of all project-related documents, facilitating quick retrieval when needed.
  • Managed version control effectively, ensuring that all team members accessed the most up-to-date documents for reference or editing purposes.

Operations Officer

Renfe Operadora
08.2018 - 05.2021
  • Managed cross-functional teams for the successful completion of projects within budget and timeline constraints.
  • Updated and published standard operating procedures (SOPs) using stakeholder, customer and employee input and feedback resulting in clearer and more useful instruction for users.
  • Liaised between departments including HR, IT and Finance ensuring smooth communication and collaboration.
  • Optimized business processes to foster operational efficiency.

Recruitment Coordinator

Binzagr Company Head Office
03.2017 - 02.2018
  • Managed onboarding processes, ensuring new employees had a seamless transition into their roles.
  • Enhanced candidate experience by streamlining the recruitment process and improving communication channels.
  • Evaluated recruitment metrics regularly, identifying opportunities for improvement in the hiring process.
  • Conducted comprehensive phone interviews to pre-screen candidates, saving time for hiring managers in the interview process.
  • Confirmed appointments and interviews with job candidates.
  • Optimized applicant tracking system usage, keeping accurate records of candidate data for future reference.

VIP Coordinator

Nesma Trading Co
09.2015 - 03.2017
  • Coordinated all aspects of VIP guest relations, ensuring a professional and welcoming experience aligned with established protocols.
  • Managed scheduling and appointments for the VIP, ensuring timely and organized meetings and engagements.
  • Arranged travel logistics, including flights, accommodations, and ground transportation, providing a seamless experience.
  • Coordinated formal dinners and events by liaising with external vendors and service providers.
  • Welcomed and received guests at the office, ensuring hospitality standards and protocol procedures were followed.
  • Acted as the main point of contact between the VIP and their staff, maintaining smooth communication and efficient coordination.
  • Ensured all arrangements reflected the high standards and image expected of VIP-level operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

King Abdulaziz University
Jeddah
04.2001 -

Skills

    Category growth

    Demand planning

    Cost reduction strategies

    Price negotiations

    Sales development

    Decision-making

    Supplier relationship management

Certification

Category Management, Retailo - Sep,2024

Timeline

Category Management

Ninja
01.2024 - Current

Document Controller

Royal HaskoningDHV
01.2022 - 01.2024

Operations Officer

Renfe Operadora
08.2018 - 05.2021

Recruitment Coordinator

Binzagr Company Head Office
03.2017 - 02.2018

VIP Coordinator

Nesma Trading Co
09.2015 - 03.2017

Bachelor of Science -

King Abdulaziz University
04.2001 -
Banan ShaheenCategory Management