Sharika Tularam

Experience

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  Kathrin Kidger

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2014

  Sales Assistant
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  Barclays

  Feb 2015 - Aug 2015

  Financial Planner

  •contacting clients and setting up meetings, either within an office environment or in clients'​ homes or business premises;•conducting in-depth reviews of clients'​ financial circumstances, current provision and future aims;•analysing information and preparing plans best suited to individual clients' requirements;•completing risk analyses;•researching the marketplace and providing clients with information on new and existing products and services;•designing financial strategies;•assisting clients to make informed decisions;•researching information from various sources, including providers of financial products;•reviewing and responding to clients changing needs and financial circumstances;•promoting and selling financial products to meet given or negotiated sales targets;•negotiating with product suppliers for the best possible rates;•liaising with head office and financial services providers;•communicating with other professionals, such as estate agents. •keeping up to date with financial products and legislation;•producing financial reports;•contacting clients with news of new financial products or changes to legislation that may affect their savings and investments;•meeting the regulatory aspects of the role, e.g. requirements for disclosure, costs of the services provided and also the advised products. Show less

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  Vector Logistics -Rcl foods

  Sept 2015 - Nov 2019

  - Tactically improve Daily Service Level:- through improved communication to Warehouse Operations on priority inbound loads as alerted by Supply Planning- through the prompt of re-availability checks in call centre on recently receipted low stocks (work with call centre to embed a process to resolve this structurally)- through tighter management of cross dock sequencing from cross dock facility to final customer (medium to longer term – work with Transport Planning and Warehouse Operations to embed the process which will issue alerts should sequencing steps not be followed as per defined process and timings; exception-based planning)- Structurally improve warehousing efficiency through:- Root cause analysis and insight on key TAT stats. Root cause analysis as an input into total network optimisation (what is causing delays on sites, how can receiving windows be optimised, how can inbound volume be better planned?)- Identify means to structurally reduce stock holding in our network- Report on KPI’s and continue to sense check relevance and value derived from reporting pack.- Identify loss areas in the areas of stock holding, customer service and warehousing operations- Identify the root causes of the losses and propose structural means of minimisation- Provide the business insight into effort to implement the changes versus gains to be realised- Influence a cross functional team of people to adopt the change in process required- Monitor the change, record the results, with short cycle feedback and repeat.- Incumbent would work closely with Principals and Suppliers to optimise inbound material movement; there is further opportunity in the supply chains of these companies – this would be an area of growth / opportunity for this role (gain share of identified efficiencies). Show less - Place orders of a Forecast.- Planning delivery timetables- Ensuring stores have enough stock - Making sure suppliers have enough stock to meet demand - Overseeing the ordering process - Monitoring stock levels - Continually monitoring stocks levels of key items.- Tracking products through depots to make sure they arrive at their destination - Working on SAP to create Purchase orders- Moving stock from one depot to another ( Infill Process ) - Working on excel refreshing reports, pivot tables, vlookups..etc - Reporting on stock that’s going to expire and coming up with a plan of action.(Risk reports) - Improving supplier capability to meet the business’s needs.- Weekly packs done by myself and sent off to the customer. - Supply planning in advance for seasonal periods and promotional events.- Ensuring the continuity of product supply.- Coming up with solutions to availability issues.- Ensuring supplier compliance in all matters.- Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning, prioritising and self-development. - Liaise with the Call Centre from time to time and transport. Skilled at:  Verbal and written communication Computer literacy (SAP, ADEXA and MS Office skills, Excell)  Interpersonal  Relationship management Presentation  Numeracy Organisational awareness Analytical thinking Show less

  • Inbound Execution Agent

    Sept 2018 - Nov 2019

  • Assistant Supply planner

    Sept 2015 - Sept 2018
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  RCL FOODS

  Nov 2019 - Oct 2022

  Account Assistant

  - Relationship Management:- Answer daily general enquiries – represent the first point of reference including basic investigation and follow – up and escalate to Account Manager if required.- Account Administration:- Implement administration on updated service level agreements.- Project administration:- Update project plans for new take on projects.- Setup and attend project meetings- Ensure relevant communication flow with regards to individual projects- New Vendor listing process management:- Obtain Vendor applications and follow required process to ensure implementation in Vector- Ensure all data is correct and captured accurately- Ensure credit applications are completed and returned to suppliers within agreed timeframes- Ensure that the necessary documentation is filed accordingly- Monitor daily EDI rejection report and resolve price discrepancies. Follow up with the relevant call centre and ensure rejected orders are re-ordered- Monitor and collate sales performance by customer.- Promotion and Forecast Communication- Follow up on product recalls and provide feedback to the customer.- Manage business information content and workflow. Show less

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  Vector Logistics

  Oct 2022 - now

  Principal Account Specialist

  Key Responsibilities:o Manage interactions between customers and Vector with key departments including Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Administration.o Manage and report on service levels, analyze issues, and recommend solutions.o Compile and analyze overstocking reports.o Understand sales and rate trends by category/product and by customer type.o Monitor and collate sales performance by customer.o Manage product and product category take-on and exits, ensuring formal signoff.o Share information and maintain cross-functional understanding of principal expectations.o Analyze SKU performance trends and monitor new products with planning to prevent 'out of stocks'.o Manage customer and channel take-on and exits, analyze trends, and handle projects.o Conduct competitive market research.o Provide input on tactical-level projects to improve efficiency and profitability.o Compile review packs for the Customer Manager, providing insights on monthly performance.o Ensure quality and productivity standards are consistently maintained.o Negotiate contracts and rates with principals.o Build strong customer relationships and meet with principals.o Monitor and ensure principals meet key KPIs in their contracts.o Supply Planning and Commercial Activities:▪ Collaborate with supply planning teams to forecast demand and ensure stock availability.▪ Develop and implement commercial strategies to optimize cost and improve profitability.▪ Work closely with the finance team to monitor budgets and financial performance.▪ Support the commercial department in analyzing market trends and identifying business opportunities. Show less