Carmen Souch

Bookkeeping:

• Managed bookkeeping using Xero, ensuring accurate financial records.
• Performed bank reconciliations and reconciled customer and supplier payments.
• Updated accounting records promptly following financial transactions.
• Assisted with invoice processing and maintaining accurate financial documentation.

Buying:

• Attended trade fairs across Asia to source new suppliers and identify market trends.
• Raised purchase orders to meet customer demand and seasonal stock requirements.
• Negotiated supplier pricing, contracts, and payment terms.
• Coordinated supplier payments to ensure uninterrupted production and deliveries.
• Arranged shipment consolidation and negotiated freight costs with logistics providers.
• Monitored shipments and resolved delivery issues with suppliers and customers.
• Managed stock levels to ensure product availability.
• Built and maintained strong relationships with suppliers and customers.
• Processed product returns efficiently while minimising financial losses.

• Supported all purchasing activities for the business.
• Managed supplier communications and purchase orders.
• Negotiated pricing and delivery schedules.
• Coordinated international shipments and logistics.
• Monitored inventory levels and replenishment requirements.
• Maintained strong supplier relationships and ensured timely deliveries.