Jenny Scott Russell Email & Phone Number

London, Gb

London, Gb

London, England, United Kingdom

Product Development & Sourcing- manage the critical path for new season development, collaborating closely with the head of design.- build relationships with new suppliers to develop products that meet high B-Corp sustainability standards while negotiating to meet MOQs, lead times, and margin targets. - execute design briefs and create detailed spec sheets. Introduced templates to minimise admin.- lead re-sourcing project for all items produced in the Far East, reducing supply chain risk while maintaining commercial viability.Bespoke Category Management- define parameters for new bespoke products and provide company training accordingly. Created and maintain training 1-pagers increasing sales competency and streamlining onboarding new staff. - oversee the bespoke/MTO critical path from PO creation to delivery, using supplier workbooks to ensure timely order receipt.- maintain strong supplier relationships and conduct factory visits to ensure consistent quality.- introduced and maintain bespoke order trackers for sales team, reducing email traffic and order queries. Additional Responsibilities- manage category oversight for long lead time/MTO products like furniture, flooring, and curtains, adjusting the range to optimise sales with the merchandising team.- support product traceability initiatives and educate the wider team on product attributes.- manage product photography to ensure timely receipt of imagery, coordinating with graphics and e-commerce teams to meet business needs. Introduced and manage shot selection doc, ensuring all required imagery is captured and clear for all teams. - liaise with photography studios and assist on campaign shoots.- manage ordering and shipment of components to factories and shipment of orders to customers. Report to: Head of Production and Operations.

London, England, United Kingdom

- created order delivery schedules to improve production-sales communication.- managed bespoke and MTO processes, optimising supplier workbooks in Excel.- ensured timely order receipt via supplier communication.- co-ordinated product photography and assisted on campaign shoots.- organised product performance testing and created supplier spec sheets.- monitored website accuracy and stock levels.- established digital assets in a new management system.- developed a DAM strategy and implemented it across 10,000+ assets.- 10 week sabbatical in Guatemala volunteering for an Indigenous female-run textiles cooperative.Report to: Production Manager

London, England, United Kingdom

- oversaw all garment sample production for HB collections using Zedonk.- managed all fabric sampling and liaised with mills worldwide.- managed all fabric testing, spec cards, care labels, own brand and branded labels.- attended sales meetings, presenting fabrics and garments to customers.- costed garments and negotiated prices with suppliers/customers.- planned production schedules with factories in London and Romania.- collated packs for bulk orders and organised component shipments.Report to: Founder & Managing Director

London, United Kingdom

Assistanting Managing Director- managed the MD’s diary including scheduling meetings and travel arrangements. Introduced Google Calander to reduce schedule conflicts. - managed incoming correspondence and responded on behalf of the MD when needed.- provided admin support in sales presentations and managed follow-up sampling orders.Sample Coordination- introduced a critical path to manage sampling through to final approval. - attended fit meetings and maintained accurate fit comment records.- owned the fabric and garment sample library. - managed strike-off and bulk submission and approvals, liaising with team in Turkey and the Far East.Office Administration- introduced a recycling system including Nespresso recycling and milkman deliveries. - introduced a fabric donation program, working closely with local schools. - managed ordering of office supplies.- assisted with the organisation of office parties, finding and booking venues.Report to: Managing Director

London, England, United Kingdom

Initially I was employed as the Personal Assistant to the Managing Director. However, my role quickly evolved and as I gained more responsibilities, my role name was changed to reflect this.

London & Lancashire

London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Hastings, East Sussex

Bachelor'S Degree, Textiles, First Class Honours

- International Society President, 2017 - International Society Treasurer, 2016

Bachelor'S Degree, Textiles

- Erasmus at Mozarteum University Salzburg, third semester

Ual Diploma In Foundation Studies, Art & Design, Distinction

A Level, History, A-C Grades

Gcse, English Lit&Lang, Maths, Core&Extended Science, German, French, Latin, History, P.E, Art, A*-B Grades