Summary
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Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
References
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Jade Hanson

Tiptree,Essex

Summary

Proactive assistant buyer with expertise in automotive procurement and supplier management. Demonstrated skills in purchasing, supplier performance analysis, KPI reporting, and cross-functional collaboration. Highly organized and detail-oriented, thriving in fast-paced environments with a focus on accuracy and meeting deadlines. Seeking opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and cost control in creative, buying, procurement, or administrative roles.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Assistant Buyer

Tecniq Ltd
Witham, Essex
2024.09 - Current

• Manage purchasing activities using Progress Plus ERP, ensuring accurate order processing and record keeping.
• Source and procure premium materials including Alcantara, leather, tools and consumables for high-end automotive production (including McLaren and Aston Martin projects).
• Analyse overdue reports and monitor supplier OTIF performance, identifying delays and driving improvements.
• Compile and report on supplier KPIs to support performance reviews and cost efficiency.
• Support the Purchasing Manager with Bought Direct Supplier (BDS) procurement and supplier coordination.
• Liaise with Accounts to resolve invoice queries and ensure month-end reconciliation is completed accurately.
• Build strong supplier relationships, negotiating pricing and maintaining continuity of supply.
• Manage multiple priorities, balancing urgent requirements with daily operational tasks.
• Handled invoice discrepancies efficiently to avoid financial losses to the company.
• Tracked market prices continually for competitive sourcing strategies.

Front end assistant

Chris’ Fish Bar
Tiptree, Essex
2022.02 - 2024.09
  • Delivered high-quality customer service in a busy retail environment.
  • Processed cash and card transactions accurately, including end-of-day cashing up.
  • Maintained hygiene standards in line with food safety regulations.
  • Resolved complaints with prompt, courteous service.
  • Utilised point-of-sale system for streamlined transactions.
  • Enhanced team effectiveness with proactive communication.
  • Managed stock replenishment and minimised waste through effective rotation.
  • Handled customer queries and complaints professionally.

Sales Assistant

Perrywood Garden Centre
Tiptree, Essex
2022.05 - 2022.09
  • Managed tills and processed transactions accurately.
  • Conducted stock checks and maintained visual merchandising standards.
  • Assisted customers with product recommendations, supporting seasonal sales.
  • Maintained plant care and display presentation.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to meet sales targets.
  • Monitored trends in consumer behaviour with keen attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated products effectively leading to increased sales conversions.
  • Conducted stock checks, faced-up shelves and recorded out-of-stock items to fulfil customer demand.
  • Collaborated with sales managers to meet target quotas.

Education

GCSEs - Mathematics, English

Colchester Sixth Form
Colchester, Essex
2022.09 - /2024

A Levels - Fine Art, Textiles, English Literature

Colchester Sixth Form
Colchester
2022.09 - /2024

Waterfall College
Durban, South Africa
/2018 - /2022

Skills

    Purchasing & Procurement Support
    Supplier Relationship Management
    KPI & OTIF Reporting
    Invoice & Accounts Reconciliation
    Order Processing & Data Accuracy
    Progress Plus ERP System
    Stock Control & Inventory Coordination
    Strong Communication & Team Collaboration
    Commercial Awareness
    High Attention to Detail

  • Social media promoting
  • Consumer behaviour analytics
  • Adobe creative suite mastery
  • Brand identity development
  • Data analysis
  • Creative vision development
  • Creative design thinking

Certification

Fire marshal

Languages

Afrikaans
Elementary

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Buyer

Tecniq Ltd
2024.09 - Current

GCSEs - Mathematics, English

Colchester Sixth Form
2022.09 - /2024

A Levels - Fine Art, Textiles, English Literature

Colchester Sixth Form
2022.09 - /2024

Sales Assistant

Perrywood Garden Centre
2022.05 - 2022.09

Front end assistant

Chris’ Fish Bar
2022.02 - 2024.09

Waterfall College
/2018 - /2022
Jade Hanson