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passionate about product brilliance, strategic people leader, creating inclusive environment to empower teams,Confident, thoughtful and persistent Senior Leader in global Brand Development through Product-, Merchandising-, Innovation-, Design-, Development- and Buying Management. A strong commercial track record of delivering profitable growth and brand equity in challenging global multi-channel business environments. Strengths:-Translating Brands in to Product-Communication with global markets-Innovation and Sustainability-Concept ideation and commercalizationSkills:Skilled at building and managing large, culturally diverse, international teams as well as being a liaison between key functions and global partners.Combining a strategic- yet pragmatic entrepreneurial approach with a motivating and coaching management style, delivered both impactful business results as well as significant career growth of individuals.Particular skills in these areas include vision, strategic planning, resource alignment, team- and talent leadership & development, commercial business development, innovation and concept ideation towards increased brand presence and sustainable results.Developed to use both right and left brain in equal measure through a background in merchandising / sourcing / production, managing creatives and initiating numerous innovative product/marketing concepts.Professional experience: Design Management, Category Management, Merchandising, Product Management, Vendor Management, Product Development, Process Management, Sales & Operational Planning, Innovation, Sourcing, Buying, Production, Compliance and Sustainability.