Nikki K. Nakano
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Determined and dynamic professional with track record of building productive networks of suppliers. Demonstrated strengths in forecasting, budgeting and inventory management, while building and motivating a team to increase sales. High learning agility and effective communicator with proven record of successful transitions among industries and work environments. Extremely organized, self-motivated team player.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer/Manager
McCall Golf Club
McCall, ID
04.2018 - 10.2022
- Located and vetted vendors, established good relationships and negotiated pricing.
- Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
- Maintained information database for products and service availability, supplier capabilities and lead times.
- Restyled pro shop for improved shopping experience, purchasing simplicity and increased revenue.
- Verified purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list.
- Identified dead inventory and created solutions for excess liquidation through creative inventory management solutions.
- Used aggressive and tactical buying methods, by purchasing inventory closeouts, salesperson samples and vendor promotions to increase overall profitability.
- Documented Pro Shop sales revenue increased by 210% during my 5 year tenure.
Restaurant General Manager
McCall Golf Club
McCall, ID
01.2011 - 10.2017
- Motivated staff through acknowledgment of hard work, achievements and instilling accountability while leading by example.
- Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs by establishing portion control and quality standards.
- Priced and ordered food products, kitchen equipment and food service supplies.
- Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity.
- Could proficiently perform any duty in this fast paced environment. Hosted many tournaments with over 300 players and family members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Corporate Health And Wellness
Boise State University
Boise, IDSkills
- Vendor Sourcing
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Process Development
- Trend Analysis
- Inventory Management
- Forecasting
- Team Leadership
- Inventory Coordination
Affiliations
The McCall Pro Shop was a three time recipient of the Rocky Mountain Section PGA Merchandiser of the Year award.
Member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority, held offices of Panhellenic Representative and Pledge Trainer.
Timeline
Buyer/Manager
McCall Golf Club
04.2018 - 10.2022
Restaurant General Manager
McCall Golf Club
01.2011 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Corporate Health And Wellness
Boise State University
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