I am currently working in a product development role for Gazman, an heritage Australian retailer with 90 stores across the country. In this role I manage the product development of all knitwear, jersey, cut & sew, jeans, chinos and shorts. I also manage BSR (flow line replenishment across the business. My role includes:Designing and developing a range that meets both cost and quality targets and key deliverables.Reacting and trading to sales data.Working to a critical path to ensure the range is delivered to schedule.Working with suppliers to source and develop qualities and styles that meet the brand’s direction and image.Cost price negotiation to meet budgeted gross profit with suppliers.Managing the fit and approval process with a QC and garment technician.Sourcing and development trips overseas and factory visits to to work with suppliers.Managing and developing an admin assistant.

In this role I look after the production of Nursery goods for Dorel Industries in Australia. This includes strollers, highchairs, bedside sleepers, infant health products, rockers and swings. Dorel is one of the biggest childcare manufacturers globally and has a large market share within Australia.I create ranges for both chain and independent retailers such as Baby Bunting, Big W, Baby Mode and Baby Kingdom under brands such as Maxi-Cosi and Mother's Choice. Working alongside a design team, a marketing team and an engineering team I source, range and develop product alongside other Dorel offices globally with our China based team to ensure we are constantly first to market on new technology and able to offer competitive products at affordable prices that improve our customers lives. We ensure our products are made to meet Australia or European standards in a market known for its stringent compliance requirements.

Hallensteins is one of the biggest omni-channel retailers in New Zealand. Within the organisation, I buy, range, plan and develop product across the biggest categories, assist with the brand’s trend direction and support the retail and digital teams in the NZ and AU markets. In the past I have looked after other categories such accessories and t-shirts. The department I managed currently takes around NZD$30m revenue per annum and had the largest growth projections for Summer 23.  Buying all jersey within the business: t-shirts, hoodies, crews, singlets, track pants and track shorts. Managing and creating the ranges to compliment and sit alongside all other product bought by the buying team.Working with the design team to deliver new trends and graphics.Managing a critical path around launching product.Trading the department to drive opportunities and manage risk. Managing lead-times across multiple oversea suppliers as well cost price negotiation on product to ensure maximum profitability. Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with a wide supply base with regular supplier development trips to China and USA.Regular inspirational trips to international cities, purchasing key samples to develop. Attending trade shows and using digital channels to keep on top of emerging brands and trends.Integrating store and customer feedback on product as part of sales evaluation.Management of admin assistants and junior buyers as direct reports. Working closely with the digital and marketing teams to assist on copy as well as establish key trends and stories to market across each season.

Buying all menswear bottom and outerwear categories in the business: jeans, chinos, joggers, track pants, shorts, swimwear and jackets. Sourcing and buying vintage product. Working closely with the digital team to market this product.

Buyer and product developer for all Accessories across 45 stores in New Zealand and Australia. This includes:UnderwearSocksSunglassesHeadwearWalletsBeltsGift LinesVintageBranded Product

Working on Production of all apparel for Hallensteins LTD, I worked along side the buyers and factories in China, India and Bangladesh. I created fit blocks, sourced new and fashion forward fabrics and made frequent trips to QC check factories overseas.

Assistant Buyer for Shorts, Loungewear, Underwear and Socks at Topman.

Choosing stock with menswear own buy team, handling and chasing stock. Allocating delivery. Identifying future forecasted trends

Managing the shop floor within an independent menswear boutique in the heart of the North Laines, offering a high standard of customer service.Responsible for buying of stock.Responsible for visual merchandising.Running the social media side of the business, interacting with customers and setting up competitions and promotional events. Use of pinterest, twitter, facebook and tumblr.

Engaging with a high level of the public with an efficient yet social attitude.Multitasking in an incredibly busy store, and remaining calm in an at times, a strenuous work environment.

Internship with buyers and sellers, learning about the PR and marketing side of the industry.Internship with visual merchandisers, learning how to market brands. Working under a high level of standards.Acquiring excellent people skills and learning how to approach customers in a friendly yet relaxed manner.