My Professional Journey
Starting from my early days as a Front Office Coordinator and Escrow Assistant at Re/Max Gold Coast Realtors, I have always taken pride in being the best employee I could possibly be. Learning from industry leaders at an early age laid a strong foundation for my career.
Over the past 16 years, I have accumulated valuable managerial experience, which has allowed me to develop a diverse skill set and a keen understanding of operational efficiency, team leadership, and client relations. Below, I showcase the various roles and achievements that have shaped my professional path:
My Skills:
Unsurpassed Work Ethic: Committed to delivering high-quality results through dedication, reliability, and a strong sense of responsibility in all tasks.
Meticulous Eye for Detail: Attentive to details, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all aspects of work, which contributes to overall project success.
Business and Operations Management: Extensive experience in overseeing daily operations, driving efficiency, and implementing best practices to optimize business performance.
Team Leadership and Development: Strong ability to foster team collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth, ensuring a high-performance culture and achieving collective goals.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked cohesively with cross-functional teams, including marketing, finance, and logistics, to align strategies and enhance overall company performance.
Performance Monitoring: Established key performance indicators (KPIs) to systematically assess team performance and drive accountability in achieving operational goals.
Account Management: Skilled in managing client accounts, ensuring satisfaction, and fostering long-term relationships to drive business growth.
Supplier Relationship Management: Expert in building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to enhance collaboration and ensure optimal purchasing processes.
Customer Experience Enhancement: Focused on improving customer interactions and experiences, ensuring brand loyalty and fostering long-term relationships through tailored solutions.
Project Planning and Development: Proficient in coordinating and executing projects from inception to completion, with a focus on meeting deadlines and achieving strategic goals.
Budget Development and Management: Experienced in creating and managing budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and alignment with strategic objectives.
Demand Forecasting: Proficient in forecasting market demand to inform inventory and purchasing decisions, optimizing supply chain efficiency.
Website Management: Managed website content and updates, ensuring that information is current, engaging, and in line with marketing strategies to enhance user experience.
Job History:
Director of Purchasing Operations | Prime Time Direct | 09/2016 - 01/2025
• Co-built and scaled a multi-million-dollar e-commerce company, focusing on inventory and operations management.
• Maintained strong relationships with 30+ diverse vendors, including brands like Better Than Bouillon and Tapatío.
• Led procurement, demand planning, and inventory management, ensuring cost optimization and preventing shortages for over 500 SKUs.
• Managed financial operations such as accounts payable, invoicing, purchase orders, and vendor negotiations.
• Streamlined operations by 35% with the research and implementation of software tools such as Finale, Skubana, and InventoryLab.
• Excelled at using Amazon Seller Central and Shopify to boost top sales rankings in the Amazon Grocery category.
• Led the strategic initiative to introduce multi-pack listings on Amazon, establishing a competitive advantage over our competition.
• Managed projects to streamline processes and enhance coordination across departments, aligning with organizational goals.
• Thrived in remote work environment beginning May 2017.
Office Manager / Customer Service Manager | Green Hippo Recycling Rewards | 07/2013 - 08/2016
• Contributed to the development and implementation of a successful electronic waste recycling rewards program, fostering community participation and achieving significant fundraising goals.
• Managed accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and financial reporting with precision.
• Handled the recruiting, onboarding, and training of new employees.
• Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
• Rapidly acquired advanced NetSuite proficiency through self-study and project experience, enabling effective system utilization.
• Designed and implemented website enhancements to optimize user experience and engagement.
• Led projects to improve internal systems and customer service platforms, driving operational efficiency.
• Responded to customer inquiries across multiple channels, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Served as the primary point of contact for customer service escalations, resolving issues promptly to maintain client satisfaction.
Sales Manager | Ticketbust.com | 11/2009 - 07/2013
• Drove personal and professional growth, successfully transitioning from receptionist to sales, and ultimately creating and leading the company's first sales management team.
• Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel, enhancing their effectiveness and success in sales roles.
• Managed daily sales operations, ensuring KPIs were met or exceeded.
• Provided technical support to customers, ensuring a seamless experience.
• Developed and executed targeted sales strategies, leading to increased conversion rates.
• Led customer service initiatives to improve satisfaction and retention rates.
• Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities, adjusting strategies accordingly.
• Assisted in marketing campaigns to promote services and expand customer outreach.
Contact Me
Interested in learning more about me? Please fill out the form below, or feel free to email me at kimadunstan@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you and exploring potential opportunities!