A highly accomplished and driven retail executive with over 15 years’ experience in merchandise buying. Industry recognition for outstanding commercial negotiations, and building and developing successful international and domestic partnerships.Expertise in retail buying, design and supplier management across multiple categories and channels; spanning mainstream, premium and luxury markets.Strong business acumen and strategic focus, with a proven track record for delivering excellent financial results and over-achieving KPIs including sales, profit, GMROI, inventory management and market share growth. Experienced leader of change and business transformation, with a passion for developing successful results-driven teams through coaching, motivation and mentoring. Growth and continued improvement achieved through a collaborative working style across multi-functional teams and departments.Strong commercial eye for product, and extensive experience in development and sourcing across mainstream and premium sectors, working directly with suppliers and factories in Asia and Europe.