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Lead the strategic end to end framework and supply chain of Calvin Klein footwear and accessories divisions for both International markets and EMEA region.Manage a team of buyers and coordinators whilst overseeing seasonal budget and deliveries for two divisionsPlan inventory flow to achieve a staggered inbound, analyze statistical data, and generate forecasting solutions. Identify demand forecast risks and develop effective mitigation plans.Engage Global regions/Regional channels’ Buying/Planning/Sales teams to develop strategies, identify opportunities, and ensure orders are fulfilled, bought accordingly whilst minimizing stock.Analyze in-season/post-season sales analysis and business OTD. Providing insights to stakeholders for the coming seasonsDrive the on time supply chain seasonally; Identifying and mitigating risks to ensure product is delivered on time.

Manage the largest category under the Calvin Klein umbrella: CK Jeans. Successfully delivering on time while effectively oversee large capital budgets each seasonDevelop strategic plans and assess CK Jeans performance against overall company performance. Conduct research and data analysis to inform business decisions and implement positive changes for future seasonsAnalyze marketing, and sales data of CK Jeans quarterly to effectively estimate future product demands. Coordinate with inventory team to monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels.

• Responsible for company growth goals within Suits category across USA, EMEA & APAC• Analyze sales trends utilzing analytical tools; Metabase, Power BI, excel spreadsheets and share findings and opportunities with stakeholders• Evaluate range and make proposals to continuously improve results within season maintaining the brands affinity as (luxury) fashion menswear leader• Implement the category strategy to maximise sales and improve margins• Onboarded new team members and mentored development and training• Liaise between suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics regarding best method of shipment and most cost effective option for deliveries of goods

• Responsible for range development and product assortment• Exceute and understand the products on offer through competitor analysis • Collate competitor data/information on key product lines and produces a comprehensive report quarterly • Onboarded new team members and mentored development and training• Manage the critical path through all the key stages of the product development to achieve an on time declared availability and delivery to the Distribution Centre• In conjunction with the Technical, plans, implements and monitors all product fittings and lab dips; ensure samples are commercially acceptable and suppliers are advised accordingly• Maintain overall knowledge of the department performance; Build and maintain working relationships with cross functional teams members to ensure communication flow and to help solve departmental issues

• Responsible for Shapewear, Thermal and Vest sections buying for 126 stores across 4 regions• Selected, planned and negotiated price with suppliers on new product in development and any repeated lines where applicable under guidance of buyer in accordance with OTB and department budget plans• Established buy plans, developed and helped source commercial range for Fashion Co-ordinate and special buy ranges in conjunction with the Assistant Buyer for these sections• Maintained key lines forecasting for each season• Reacted quickly and effectively to sales within season; putting down repeat orders / cancellations / rescheduling intakes to maximise profitability • Solved and managed any critical path issues brought to my attention by the buying administrator• Maintained high quality standards whilst approving fabric / fit / spec / production sample and lab – dip submissions• Conducted price comparison shops and compiled reports with results and suggestions if necessary to departmental pricing structure • Established and maintained strong rapport with suppliers Highlight• Project management of the Lingerie department renovation in the iconic St. Stephens Green Flagship Store, working with the Schweitzer design team to ensure the season buy fit into the new visual merchandising guidelines and new department design layout

• Responsible for key line Box Bra section under the guidance of the Buyer; forecasting, analysing sizes and sales, replenishing stock, critical path maintenance and raising contracts• Analysed NOS sales performance weekly and call stock accordingly to maintain optimum stock cover and rotation• Liaised with Assistant Buyer on specs, lab dips, samples and responsible for fit approvals• Raised, amended and updated large volumes of orders on the system • Reacted to sales performance and allocated stock to regions and stores accordingly• Managed critical paths, LIMA shipments and communicated with suppliers to ensure stock arrives on schedule and production samples arrive in advance of shipment• Organised department layout for CAD's based on space allocation by style and overall gondola space by store grade• Put together information packages, pull samples and take notes at meetings• Kept in touch with the trends on catwalks, magazines, WGSN, online and on the high street

• Provided excellent customer service at a luxury brand level• Met with brand representatives to learn the ethos and direction of new collections • Provided style advice and an in-depth knowledge of clothes and looks for each brand I represented catering to the customers needs• Liaised with buying office (e.g. stock control, customer requests)• Aided behind the scenes at events and shows • Replenished, transferred and organised stock / open and cash-up register

• Arranged bouquets daily to meet orders • Determined the type of arrangement desired, the occasion, and location for each arrangement needed• Recommended flowers and greenery for each arrangement and considered the customer’s budget when making recommendations• Set up shop displays accordingly• Served customers and dealt with any queries • Handled cash-up and float accurately with key holder responsibilities