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Karel Viernes-Paule, Merchandise Planner

Karel Viernes-Paule

Merchandise Planner·Jamjoom Fashion

United Arab Emirates

High school or equivalent, Finance for Non-Financial Managers

Work experience

Total years of experience: 26 years, 8 months

Merchandise Planner

December 2024 - June 2025

Jamjoom Fashion

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

December 2024 - June 2025

• Generated trade updates, brand scorecards, and seasonal performance reports.
• Tracked KPIs such as sell-through, markdowns, margins, stocks and sales targets across
markets and categories.
• Oversaw product inventory management to ensure high-performing collections align with
customer demand, mitigated inventory write-offs through competitive promotions of slow
moving items and near expiry lines.
• Evaluated merchandise requirements in line with OTB budgets to define precise buying
criteria, ensuring optimal stock levels across key categories.
• Collaborated with internal partners to streamline store allocation, deliveries, and inter
branch transfers, minimizing out-of-stock occurrences.
• Managed consumables inventory and coordinate with teams to ensure accurate stock and
timely replenishment.
Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale

Logistics Coordinator

March 2024 - October 2024

Mukita FZCO

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

March 2024 - October 2024

• Coordinated end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries.
• Maintained logistics records and managed data entry for shipments, inventory, and
invoices.
• Prepared shipping documentation including customs forms, packing lists, and bills of lading.
• Liaised with internal teams to fulfill logistics requirements and resolve delivery issues.
• Supported inventory control, compliance, and logistics reporting through accurate
administration.
Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale

Merchandise Planner

January 2010 - March 2024

Kamal Osman Jamjoom Group

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

January 2010 - March 2024

• Oversaw inventory management to ensure high-performing collections align with customer
demand, mitigated inventory write-offs through competitive promotions of slow-moving
items and near expiry lines.
• Diagnosed risks and established opportunities to drive growth and enhance profitability
through effective inventory management.
• Evaluated merchandise requirements in line with OTB budgets to define precise buying
criteria, ensuring optimal stock levels across key categories.
• Collaborated with internal partners to streamline store allocation, deliveries, and inter
branch transfers, minimizing out-of-stock occurrences
• Analyze brand performance data (sales, margins, stock, promotions, consumer behavior)
and deliver actionable insights.
Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale

Executive / Personal Assistant to 3 Managing Directors

January 2009 - January 2010

Kamal Osman Jamjoom Group

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

January 2009 - January 2010

• Provided high-level executive support including calendar, travel, and meeting
coordination.
• Prepared presentations, reports, and meeting minutes; ensured follow-up on action items.
• Managed professional communication and correspondence on behalf of executives.
• Acted as liaison across departments to streamline workflows and ensure alignment.
• Handled administrative and personal support tasks, ensuring smooth daily operations.
Accomplishments
• Super-User - Assigned by the organization as a resident
expert for an Oracle Retail System and business process.
• Developed Extensive Expiry Report - Tracked the expiries of around 4K SKUs
and resolved system limitations to proper management of aging inventories.
• Established Trade Meeting Reports - Developed extensive Trade Meeting
Reports that helped the company in practical and vital decision-making.
Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale

Business Process Analysist - Buying

July 2006 - August 2008

Kamal Osman Jamjoom Group

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

July 2006 - August 2008

• Participated in CRP sessions and developed TO-BE process documentation in collaboration
with implementation partners.
• Designed department-specific training materials and customized Oracle manuals to fit KOJ
business needs.
• Delivered end-user training, conducted evaluations, and supported onboarding for new and
existing staff.
• Provided post-ERP go-live support, including UAT, issue resolution, and process integration
guidance.
• Supported change management, risk mitigation, and project execution through
documentation and continuous improvement.
Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale

Assistant Buyer

July 2002 - July 2006

Kamal Osman Jamjoom Group

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

July 2002 - July 2006

• Developed and executed cost-saving strategies through supplier performance evaluations
and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Managed end-to-end ordering of items, coordinating with Designers, Project Managers,
and Buyers.
• Oversaw production timelines and shipment schedules, ensuring on-time delivery of
finished goods from suppliers.
• Coordinated cross-functionally with Merchandising, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, and
Shipping teams for seamless product launches.
• Handled item creation in the System and liaised with MIS, Accounting, and Warehouse
teams for system updates, payments, and allocations.
• Prepared departmental reports to support data-driven decisions and operational
transparency.
Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

PRODUCTION PLANNER

January 1998 - January 2002

CHUN CHIANG ENTERPRISES MANUFACTURING CO.,

Balanga, Philippines

January 1998 - January 2002

• Prepare and update Production Planning
• Monitor production status and ensure that Production Planning is being kept.
• Coordinate with Planning Department in the Head Office (Germany) to ensure continuous flow of
production.
• Coordinate with Warehouse-Raw Materials for the status of materials and accessories.
• Coordinate with the Import/Export Department regarding the arrival of goods.
• Coordinate with Warehouse-Finished Goods for delivery schedules.
• Preparing and updating Factory Budget
Company industry:
Industrial Production

Education

Kamal Osman Jamjoom Est.

October 2012

October 2012

High school or equivalent, Finance for Non-Financial Managers

United Arab Emirates

Kamal Osman Jamjoom

June 2012

June 2012

High school or equivalent, MS Office Excel (Advance)

United Arab Emirates

Enabler Wipro

December 2007

December 2007

High school or equivalent, Oracle Retail Merchandising System

United Arab Emirates

Performance Connect

December 2006

December 2006

High school or equivalent, Train the Trainer Training

United Arab Emirates

ABAMI

December 2006

December 2006

High school or equivalent, Team Building

United Arab Emirates

Shanfari Information Technology

November 2006

November 2006

High school or equivalent, Project Management Fundamentals

United Arab Emirates

New Horizons Computer Learning Centers

October 2005

October 2005

High school or equivalent, Customized PowerPoint

United Arab Emirates

Saint Louis University

March 1998

March 1998

Bachelor's degree, Industrial Engineering

Philippines

GPA (percentage): 85%

GPA (percentage): 85%

Completed the 5-year course of Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering without any failed subjects and average grade of 85%.
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Skills

Sales Trend Analysis
Expert
Sales Trend Analysis
Expert
Oracle E Business Suite
Expert
Oracle E Business Suite
Expert
Employee Loyalty
Expert
Employee Loyalty
Expert
Organised
Expert
Organised
Expert
Microsoft Excel
Expert
Microsoft Excel
Expert
FOOD SERVICES
Intermediate
FOOD SERVICES
Intermediate
MERCHANDISING
Intermediate
MERCHANDISING
Intermediate
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Intermediate
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Intermediate
TASK MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
TASK MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
COMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
COMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
PROFESSIONALISM
Intermediate
PROFESSIONALISM
Intermediate
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
DEMAND FORECASTING
Intermediate
DEMAND FORECASTING
Intermediate
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
Intermediate
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
Intermediate
SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
DETAIL ORIENTED
Intermediate
DETAIL ORIENTED
Intermediate
ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS
Intermediate
ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS
Intermediate
LOGISTICS
Intermediate
LOGISTICS
Intermediate
COMPLEX PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
COMPLEX PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Intermediate
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Expert
MANAGEMENT
Expert
BUSINESS CONTINUITY
Expert
BUSINESS CONTINUITY
Expert
MARKET RESEARCH
Expert
MARKET RESEARCH
Expert
RESEARCH
Expert
RESEARCH
Expert
COMMUNICATIONS
Intermediate
COMMUNICATIONS
Intermediate
PRESENTATIONS
Intermediate
PRESENTATIONS
Intermediate
MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Power Point, MS Paint
Expert
MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Power Point, MS Paint
Expert
Sales Trend Analysis
Expert
Sales Trend Analysis
Expert
Oracle E Business Suite
Expert
Oracle E Business Suite
Expert
Employee Loyalty
Expert
Employee Loyalty
Expert
Organised
Expert
Organised
Expert
Microsoft Excel
Expert
Microsoft Excel
Expert

Languages

English

Expert

Filipino

Expert

Training and Certifications

Certifications
MS Office Excel 2007 (Advanced Level)
Building Better Teams
Basic Photography
Customized Power Point
Basic Web Design (Introduction to HTML)
Training
Oracle Retail Applications
Enabler Wipro
Dec 2007

Hobbies and interests

Lawn Tennis and Volleyball

Won lots of medal awards and trophies in playing Lawn Tennis and Volleyball