Specialised knitwear & jerseywear supplier, working with a wide range of retailers including John Lewis, Toast, Hush, Chinti & Parker, Finisterre, Mint Velvet and ASOS to name a few.

Strategic planning and sourcing: Vendor management, negotiations and ability to identify opportunities and rationalise the supply base.Cost control and reduction: Achieved notable cost savings and avoidance through improving efficiencies and building strong relationships.Negotiation and contracting: Pricing, value adds and contract terms and conditions.Reporting, data and analytics: Regular reporting on purchasing activity, supplier performance and market activity. Training: Created, organised and ran training throughout the Middle East, educating staff on internal processes and procedures.Managing contracts and relationships: Developed and managed strategic relationships with business partners.

Directional jerseywear supplier specialising in design led fast fashion and licensed products. Working with high street retailers Topshop, Topman, and Urban Outfitters along with various in house brands.Managed a strict critical path from design stage through to production, working with a factory base in Turkey. Review and submit fit samples for approval, attended fit sessions and meetings with customers. Worked predominantly with printed and washed garments including sublimation, placement, all over print, acid and tablet wash. Evaluated test reports and submitted necessary testing to the customer through PLM systems.Worked closely with licensors to gain approval for each style. Ensure all factories had up to date audits in place and supporting factories in CAPs.Sourcing new factories in order to remain competitive.

Omni-channel brand specialising in luxury products. Worked on multi-product range including nightwear, knitwear, daywear, accessories and footwear which were sourced in China, Portugal, Turkey, India and the UK.Liaising with designers, buyers and suppliers throughout product development, working from initial design stage, creating specs and technical packs through to fitting, grading and gold seal approval.Co-ordinated and ran all weekly fit meetings.Responsible for all aspects of clothing testing. Resolved quality issues while maintaining high standards.Maintained knowledge of industry developments and standards to ensure all products were legally compliant and fit for purpose.Analysed returns and customer complaints and implemented relevant changes.High involvement in CSR, introduced SEDEX to all suppliers and ensured all suppliers conformed to the code of conduct and were REACH compliant.

Oversaw the nightwear and swimwear departments, woven and jersey PJ sets, dressing gowns, bikinis, swimsuits and cover-ups. Assisted other departments, including jersey, outerwear, knitwear and woven's.

Worked on children’s licensed accessories, bags and sunglasses and handled a selection of customer accounts, including Woolworth’s, Next, Tesco, TU, Adams and George.

(University placement year)Experience on ladies casuals and girlswear.