Carolina Vaquera
Austin,TX
Summary
I am a results-driven professional with a diverse background in purchasing, accounts payable, sales, operations, and retail management. Possessing extensive experience in managing complex purchasing and accounts payable processes, as well as driving cost savings initiatives through vendor management and process optimization.I am seeking opportunities to leverage my skills and experience to drive growth and success in a dynamic and challenging environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing/AP Specialist
Levy Restaurants @ COTA, Q2 Stadium
Austin, TX
01.2022 - Current
- Oversaw accounts payable functions, including invoice processing, payment approvals, and vendor communications, ensuring accurate and timely payment processing
- Conducted regular spend analysis to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities, providing insights to senior management and improving budgeting accuracy.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services, reducing lead times by 20% on average.
- Developed and implemented a vendor management program, reducing vendor onboarding time by 30% and increasing vendor compliance.
- Created and maintained strong relationships with suppliers by negotiating favorable terms and ensuring adherence to service level agreements.
- Problem-solved accounts payable questions on behalf of internal team members, management and vendors.
Associate
Reflex
Austin, TX
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Worked with local boutiques to efficiently cover hiring gaps by delivering on site assistance throughout all retail levels
- Decreased daily team workload by providing assistance in cross functional operations (e-commerce fulfillment, sales, visual merchandising, social media posts).
Ladies Contemporary Department Manager
Dillard's
Austin, TX
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Managed and coordinated daily operation of 6-10 department associates, including sales, merchandising, customer service, and staff training through positive guidance and support.
- Exceeded annual sales target (+8%) in 2019; Led department to be have highest sales in Austin district for numerous quarters.
- Constructed positive communication flow with c-level buyers/vendors to successfully analyze and surpass merchandise sales goals for each of 20 brands.
- Thoroughly resolved customer issues by identifying challenges and addressing these either in store, e-mail, or by phone.
- Planned and facilitated special selling events for each brand, resulting in increased monthly sales and clientele growth.
Contemporary Brand Specialist
Dillard's
Austin, TX
05.2018 - 02.2019
- Directed the two highest volume brands from Ladies RTW department in regards to merchandising aspects and sales.
- Produced an increase (+5-30%) in sales above planned monthly sales goals
- Developed positive relationships with customers, vendors, and partners through successful organization of private events, increasing total yearly sales for RTW department by 5%.
Executive Management Intern
Dillard's
Austin, TX
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Assisted in implementing store operations from a management level - from selling, financial report analysis, visual merchandising, staffing, and event planning for all store departments.
- Shadowed managers to gain understanding of organizational expectations, management techniques, and employee role functions.
Stylist
J.Crew
Austin, TX
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Established meaningful relationships with clients by successfully delivering to their shopping needs, through styling; top seller throughout district.
- Maximized sales by providing personal style curation to client.
Education
Human Ecology/Textiles and Apparel -
The University of Texas At Austin
McCombs School of Business - Certificate in Business Foundations
The University of Texas at Austin
Skills
- MS Office
- Google Suite
- 100% fluent in Spanish-verbal, written, oral
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Account Management
- Accounts Payable
- Account Analysis
- Proficient in BirchStreet Systems
- Customer Relations
Timeline
Purchasing/AP Specialist
Levy Restaurants @ COTA, Q2 Stadium
01.2022 - Current
Associate
Reflex
09.2021 - 02.2022
Ladies Contemporary Department Manager
Dillard's
02.2019 - 05.2021
Contemporary Brand Specialist
Dillard's
05.2018 - 02.2019
Executive Management Intern
Dillard's
01.2018 - 05.2018
Stylist
J.Crew
08.2016 - 01.2018
Human Ecology/Textiles and Apparel -
The University of Texas At Austin
McCombs School of Business - Certificate in Business Foundations
The University of Texas at Austin
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