Nicola Mccarthy Email & Phone Number

London, United Kingdom

• Efficent in communicating all orders, requirements and amendments accurately with suppliers in the Far East, Europe and UK.• Responsible for in-depth management of the critical path - ensuring orders are raised promptly, commitment is managed effectively, and all adjustments are made within the appropriate time period or the relevant action is taken to avoid delays/penalties• Manages and tracks all samples in and out of the busines ensuring fit and aesthetic comments are communicated on time and in an accurate and cohesive manor, as well as chasing outstanding samples regularly and in the given time period• Ability to challenge and negotiate delays, shortages, quality issues and other defects in the critical path confidently without effecting the supplier relationship whilst ensuring the optimum outcome is achieved • Able to confidently negotiate cost prices and FOB/delivery dates whilst adhering to margin targets and range period dates. • Frequently attends and presents in high profile meetings such as weekly trade meetings, bi-weekly BAA/MAA catch ups and range sign offs • Regularly presents each new range (every 8 weeks) to Franchise and Wholesale Partners, Press, International and Marketing detailing retails, margins (where appropriate), grading specifics, trims, colourways and all other relevant information• Uses commercial awareness, trend knowledge and personal creativity to provide ideas during weekly 'inspiration' meetings with the team including Buyer, Assistant Buyer and Designer• Leading the social media program for footwear - attending weekly meetings with Ecom and Social to drive footwear coverage (arranging samples and time slots for each feature and post)

London Area, United Kingdom

• Preparing samples and presenting to buyers detailing all costs and product information• Setting up and monitoring all wholesale accounts using Excel - managing the wholesale critical path • Dealing with external buyers and clients on a daily basis ensuring orders are processed accurately• Maintaining accurate product knowledge and arranging samples ready for meetings• Attending meetings with management and senior members of Whistles and external organisations

Manhattan, New York

•Processing orders using specific hi-tech systems•Attending fit sessions and meetings with design, production and management teams•Creating visual boards for meetings and bridal shows•Monitoring and updating sample and order files

London, United Kingdom

•Crucial admin support for the buying and merchandising teams across blouses and skirts•Allocated stock to stores ensuring each store had the optimum package and stock levels were appropriate in terms of store size and performance •Analysed sales trends and store performance to make recommendations for branch merchandising •Monitored stock levels on a daily basis for key stores and Internet •Attended trade meetings and team product reviews

Regent Street, Covent Garden And Cardiff

• Offering friendly and knowledgeable customer service throughout the shop floor• Assisting customers and offering alternatives when browsing and purchasing• Maintaining organisation and cleanliness throughout the store• Contribute ideas and thoughts upon merchandising of new collections and current stock

Cardiff, United Kingdom

• Assisting customers throughout the home and fashion floor offering thorough product knowledge• Offering professional and efficient customer service • Reaching weekly account card targets• Use of high tech computer systems to place transactions, orders or open finance agreements• Assisting in floor moves, merchandising new stock and replenishing items when required

Cardiff, United Kingdom

• Providing friendly customer service at the till point, fitting room and shoe department• Stock replenishment, clearing fitting rooms and maintaining high standards on the shop floor • Responsible for the non-clothing department on weekends• Non-clothing key holder

Ba (Hons) Fashion Merchandise Management, Buying And Merchandising, First Class Honours

Modules studied include: Consumer Behaviour, Sourcing in the Fashion Industry, Buying and Range Planning, Merchandising Calculations.

Aas Fashion Marketing, Buying, Merchandising And Design, 1St

Modules studied included Trend Spotting, Photoshop, Accessory Industry, Buying Workshop and Textile Industry.

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