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Gift Ashe

@giftashe

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Finance and operations leader driving inventory, audit, and ERP-driven efficiency.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek leadership roles where I can strengthen controls, optimize inventory and supply chains, lead ERP implementations, and drive scalable operational growth in a collaborative culture.

I am a finance and operations professional with over 11 years of experience in audit control, inventory management, supply chain coordination, and business strategy. I founded and scaled Phylmart from one outlet to five branches while building financial systems, internal controls, and a team of 40+ employees.

I currently oversee strategic operations and ERP/POS implementation across U.S. and Nigeria markets and gain U.S. audit exposure as an Audit & Compliance Analyst at Costco Wholesale. My track record includes centralizing inventory management, reducing discrepancies, improving margins through procurement negotiation, and delivering timely audit reporting.

I pursue continuous professional development (CIA in progress; coursework from UC Irvine) and seek leadership roles that allow me to strengthen controls, optimize supply chains, and drive scalable operational growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Director of Operations

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Phylmart Stores

Jun 2025 - Present (7 months)

Direct operations and strategic initiatives across five branches, centralizing inventory management and leading ERP/POS integration to improve accuracy and reduce shrinkage. Manage cross-border procurement, vendor negotiations, and financial planning to enhance margins and audit readiness.

Operations Management Inventory Management ERP Procurement Vendor Management Audit & Compliance Supply Chain Optimization Team Leadership

Current

Audit & Compliance Analyst

Current

Costco Wholesale

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year)

Conduct financial and operational audits across units, reconcile deposits and vendor invoices, and produce weekly audit reports to strengthen controls and ensure compliance with corporate policies. Collaborate with store teams to improve audit readiness and accountability.

Internal Audit & Compliance Audit Reporting Cash Handling Internal Controls

Founder & Managing Director

Phylmart Stores

Jan 2013 - May 2025 (12 years 4 months)

Founded and scaled Phylmart from 1 to 5 branches, built financial systems and internal controls, and implemented inventory procedures that reduced discrepancies while managing a 40+ staff organization. Led procurement optimization and payroll/training programs to support sustainable growth.

entrepreneurship Business Strategy Financial Reporting Internal Controls Inventory Control Procurement Process Improvement

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of California, Irvine

Professional Certificate, Management

Completed Coursera course in Fundamentals of Management covering leadership, organizational behavior, and decision-making applied to managing teams and operational strategy.

University of California, Irvine

Professional Certificate, Inventory Management

Completed Coursera training in Inventory Management focusing on inventory control, forecasting, and demand planning to reduce discrepancies and improve supply chain efficiency.

University of California, Irvine

Professional Certificate, Problem Solving

Completed Coursera training in Problem Solving Skills emphasizing critical thinking, structured problem analysis, root cause analysis, and process improvement.