Buying and merchandising - product selection - mutibrand stores. Selections across 200+ brands - luxury, contemporary, streetwear.Brand Acquisition, sourcing new upcoming brands to add to the existing portfolio.Evaluation of wholesale partnership opportunities and potential brand collaborations.Curating Social Media Platforms.Assisting with brand set-up of 16,000 sq.m. Dept. Store in RussiaConsulting Project on repositioning of brand from sales stratergy, wholesale distribution and merchandising.Private Label Project - Product definition through commercial sales.Researching and cultivating B2B accounts on a worldwide level with emphasis in the Asian market.Selecting, training and developing Interns in various Student Internship Programs.

Set up and lead Russian Buying Team in hand over process from Franchise to DOS operations. Co-ordinate buying for all categories across Men's, Women's, Children – 26 categories.Liaise with Product Merchandising to ensure coherent Brand image is represented through the stores.Manage, update and review OTB with Planning Dept.Monitor pricing strategy versus competitors.Review KPI's, weekly sales reports insuring planned sales and objectives are achieved.Manage inventory in order to optimize stock level across stores.Monitor month of supply and slow movers.Analyse selling trends and highlight actions on transfers, reorders and cancellationsWork with Merchandising teams in planning product range and develop exclusives for Flagship openings..Set up of MTO MTM projects for Flagship opening.Co-ordinate visual teams to ensure effective display of SKU’s and maximize sales.Lead and coach Retail teams and ensure they are equipped with the proper product knowledge.

BRANDS : Brioni, Kiton, Ermenegildo Zegna, Loro Piana, Tod's, Billionaire, Tom Ford, Bottega Veneta, Roberto CavalliFormulated buying budgets together with Financial ManagerPlanned OTB for above mentioned brands - boutiques (25) , TSUM (Dept. store in Moscow) & DLT (Dept. store in St. Petersburg).Led teams in defining range, assortment strategy, store profiling.Monitored stock levels, oversee reorders, transfers to positively impact sales.Identified areas of merchandise opportunity.Analysed KPI's to support sales growth.Ensured all financial plans and targets were delivered.

Oversaw total operations of Dolce & Gabanna, Prada and Gucci Brands in Moscow, total 9 stores.Directed overall management of multimillion-dollar retail franchise team of 220 staff including 12 Buyers. Created and implemented new retail structure and redefined merchandising office.Developed Employee Handbook, formalised job descriptions.Created sales analysis, sell-through reports, EOS reports for IT Department to construct and develop.Led and developed selections among buying teams to represent proper image of brand while ensuring optimal purchase for the Russian market.Secured brand exclusives, handled performance issues with brands.Defined budgets of seasonal buys for all brands, managed OTB.Monitored KPI's to grow and increase sales.Controlled expenses and payroll budgets, developed financial objectives and targets for teams, P&L Management.Coordinated visual teams and ensured execution of brands presentation guidelines.Initiated sales promotion activities.Ensured proper product training of buyers and staff.Talent Management - recruited, trained, promoted and retained most qualified applicants, tracked staff competency and handled personnel issues.Liaised with legal teams on contract renewals, payment terms, royalties.Collaborated with brands in floor space planning - expansion, refurbishment of stores.Co-ordinated Seasonal Trunk Shows and Special Events in Moscow.Liaised with Advertising Department to plan media strategy and placement, rotation of advertisements.

Responsible for selection of all Men's lines for NY Flagship store and Beverly Hills store.Directed overall management of multimillion dollar business including managing sales and operations, controlling expenses and payroll budgets, handling personnel issues, implementing loss prevention strategy.Oversaw preparation of merchandise placement and displays. Coordinated sales promotion activities.Reviewed operational reports and records to ensure adherence to Dior global policies and procedures.Conducted orientation, training, coaching and management of all employees.Recruitment and hiring of most qualified applicants.Reviewed paperwork pertaining to receiving transfers, debits/damages, returns-to-vendors and charge backs to headquarters in order to ensure accuracy of inventory.Provided and inspired outstanding service to Dior customers at all times by ensuring the highest level of customer service, serving as a role model and leader for staff.

Buyer, Men's and Women's Shoes, Bags, Accessories - ConsultantWorked as Consultant for selection of Men's and Women's Shoes, Bags, Accessories for all DOLCE & GABBANA DOS in Europe - total 17 stores.Oversaw transfers between all European stores. Initiated reorders to replenish stores with 4-week turnaround.Formulated training tools, organised presentations for store management and staff.

Responsible for selection of Women's RTW for all PRADA DOS in Italy, Madrid, Monte Carlo - total 12 stores.Developed and co-ordinated buy among Regional Buyers of France, Germany, UK, Far East in keeping with Company image.Liaised with styling office on specific merchandise needed for direct stores during sales campaign.Defined budget of seasonal buys and OTB with planner.Co-ordinated transfers between all European stores - 26 in total, to optimise business turn.Reacted on business immediately to replenish stores with reorders to meet needs for the season.Planed delivery schedule with Production to ensure prompt consignment of merchandise.Defined prices with Marketing office to strategically price collections.Formulated training tools, organised presentations for store management and staff.Co-ordinated Trunk Shows for direct stores in Europe, Far East.Assisted in store set-up, opening, expansion of Flagship and direct stores - Milan, Rome, Florence, Venice.Responsible for coordinating Assistant Buyers and Reporting Assistants.

Buyer, Men's CollectionsResponsible for selection of Men's RTW, Sport, Intimo, Shoes for all PRADA, MIU MIU DOS in USA - total 10 stores.Analysed strength and weakness of product by store, category, style, colour, size to insure precise buy.Managed OTB and stock turn together with planner.Followed through on inventory from warehouse to stores and initiated transfers and reorders to optimise individual store sell through for total chain.Conducted training seminars for all stores, developed training tools for sales staff. Used press samples, models to explain look, fit, fabrication.Involved in merchandising collections in stores, rotating stock.Interacted with store management on ways to generate increased sales, motivate sales staff; improve customer service, sought out new ways to accomplish goals.Instrumental in store set-up, opening, of Flagship and direct stores

Men's and Women's Collections - RTW, Shoes, Bags, Accessories, PerfumeOversaw and developed policies and procedures for daily store operations.Budget forecasting and formation of Sales strategy.Buying of Men's, Women's Seasonal Collections in Paris and Tokyo - 10 lines for the New York store.Assisted in Wholesale sale of Collections shown in Paris and New York.Merchandised store in keeping with Company image and concept of season.Compiled operational reports for Tokyo senior management.Oversaw computer POS and Back of Office and all stock and inventory related matters.

Men's and Women's Collections -RTW, Shoes, Bags, Accessories, PerfumeOversaw daily running, maintenance, and merchandising of store.Selected Men's, Women's Seasonal Collections in Paris and Tokyo.Initiated in-house promotions.Responsible for budgeting and forecasting.Handled extensive productive mailing list - cultivated customers to achieve high return business.