DANIELA MANUEL - HIGUITA RESTREPO
Store Manager - Buyer
Rondeklip 1b nst ,Willemstad
Summary
Experienced procurement specialist skilled in vendor negotiations, inventory management, and cost analysis. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with flexible approach to changing needs. Known for strategic planning, market research, and ensuring timely delivery of quality products. Dependable and efficient in fast-paced environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Buyer
JL Penha & Sons
Curacao, Willemstad
05.2024 - Current
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
- Reviewed each store location's buying trends to ascertain correct assortment of apparel for maximum sales and profits.
Store Manager
JL Penha & Sons
Curacao
06.2021 - Current
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Optimized staff scheduling to accommodate peak business periods without compromising quality of service or employee satisfaction.
Rental Agent & Administration
Youbi Auto's N.V.
Curacao
07.2016 - 04.2021
- Drafted and reviewed lease agreements to lay out terms and conditions of rental and protect owner and renter rights.
- Collected rent and security deposits to provide timely payments to property owners.
- Resolved customer disputes to maintain positive relationships and increase customer base.
- Handled insurance and liability issues by coordinating with insurance companies and managing claims.
- Accommodated last minute requests to address needs of guests, achieving top guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
Cashier
Union Caribe N.V
Curacao
12.2015 - 06.2016
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
Manager Store
Caribbean Cell N.V
Curacao
02.2011 - 12.2015
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
Education
MBO - MBO HRM OFFICIER
ABC OPLEIDING
05.2001 -
Entrepeneur management level 4 -
Ban Bria SBO
willemstad01-2015
Some College (No Degree) -
New Horizon Lyceum SBO
Curacao01-2013
Administrator Level 4 -
Frater Aurelio SBO
Curacao01-2010
Skills
Purchase order management and strategy
Retail merchandise buying
Multitasking Abilities
Time management
Inventory control & monitoring
Organizational skills
Sales experience
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Buyer
JL Penha & Sons
05.2024 - Current
Store Manager
JL Penha & Sons
06.2021 - Current
Rental Agent & Administration
Youbi Auto's N.V.
07.2016 - 04.2021
Cashier
Union Caribe N.V
12.2015 - 06.2016
Manager Store
Caribbean Cell N.V
02.2011 - 12.2015
MBO - MBO HRM OFFICIER
ABC OPLEIDING
05.2001 -
Entrepeneur management level 4 -
Ban Bria SBO
Some College (No Degree) -
New Horizon Lyceum SBO
Administrator Level 4 -
Frater Aurelio SBO