Alliah Florano
Duluth,GA
Summary
Experienced Senior Retail Buyer with a proven record in supplier relationship management, inventory optimization, and team mentorship. Streamlined processes to enhance product availability and reduce excess stock, driving increased sales and profitability.
Culinary professional in food preparation and kitchen operations. Known for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and consistently delivering quality results. Reliable team player who adapts to dynamic kitchen demands and contributes to cohesive work environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Retail Buyer
TCL Merchandise Brokerage Inc.
Manila, Philippines
04.2019 - 09.2024
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers to ensure product availability.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing excess stock levels.
- Mentored junior buyers on effective sourcing techniques and supplier evaluations.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to align product offerings with promotional strategies.
- Reduced excess inventory through efficient clearance strategies, minimizing financial losses for the company.
- Increased sales and profitability by developing strategic buying plans for the retail department.
- Traveled to store locations to review product mix, obtain feedback and share information.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
- Replenish stocks and Purchasing orders
Education
Diploma - International Culinary Arts
Academy of Career Education Philippines
Naga City, Philippines12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurship
Bicol University
Daraga, Albay Philippines03-2019
Skills
- Supplier relationship management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Ordering and purchasing
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Stock management
- Cleaning and organization
- Highly motivated
- Safe food handling
Accomplishments
- Promoted as Supervisor for Replenishment Team
- Awarded in LCC Best of the Best 2022 - Merchandising Achiever (Achieving 112% growth sales)
Certification
- Certified Specialist MPCR/Buyer, TCL Merchandise Brokerage Inc. - April 2019-September 2024
Languages
English
Filipino (Tagalog)
Timeline
Senior Retail Buyer
TCL Merchandise Brokerage Inc.
04.2019 - 09.2024
Diploma - International Culinary Arts
Academy of Career Education Philippines
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurship
Bicol University