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Manage the supply of British Airways Business Class Amenity Kits, including the export of bulk liquid for filling in China, the packing of the kits in HK, the import of packed kits and storage, warehousing and delivery of kits in the UK. Ensuring at all times that there is sufficient stock to fulfil weekly orders into British Airways.

Sourcing a variety of products from the Far East from the development stage through to delivery. Product range included towels, keyrings, 3D models, sunglasses, plush toys.Management of orders including initial negotiation, approvals, inspections and shipping.Full responsibility of the British Airways account, including sales duties.Ensuring quality and inspection standards are followed as necessary.Working on tenders from the design of products through to the costing of the final sales price and presentation to the client.

Managed the covermount sourcing process from the creative development of the concept to the production of the order.Ensuring all products met with the brand guidelines and all artwork was checked and approved by licensees.Managing product quality and safety procedures. Negotiating with external suppliers to achieve the best possible prices.Creatively developing ideas and a 6 month strategy by presenting range reviews.

Collation of all product information in preparation for catalogue print and proof reading of draft catalogues prior to final printing.Active role in preparation and management of photo-shoots working closely with photographers and design agency.Managing press sample requests.Sourcing UK and European suppliers by visiting gardening shows and trade fairs. Maintenance of product information on website ensuring all images, pricing and product details correct.

Created and managed a range of Kitchen Linen's to be sold in store. Raising of PO's and working with European and UK suppliers to source and develop product. Supplied information for in store POS.