I have a proven track record in developing brand strategy - repositioning, differentiation, up-grading - in relation to the brand's DNA.
I can develop collections both on up-market (leather) and mid-range segments targeted at different clients from sophisticated to trendy.
I developed skills in different areas: brand strategy / digital marketing / product development, purchasing / negotiation and management.
I got an overview on the European footwear market.
- MARKETING & MARKET ANALYSIS
I am able to build a brand strategy, and determine the positioning based on the analysis in terms of trends, competition and sales performance.
- BUILDING COLLECTION
I set up the collection plan, determine the number of options per style: basic, fashion and trend
Give a clear brief to the designers (trends, themes, styles, materials, constructions)
- PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
In cooperation with the designers, I manage the development of the collection from the creation of prototypes to the final validation.
- BUDGETING
I build up the budget for the next season for each sub-season based on the objectives in terms of takings, profit margin and average selling price.
- PURCHASING
I purchase 4 to 5 sub seasons / season
I determine the number of options, allocate the quantities per cluster of stores (4) and selling price
I manage the OTB, repeat orders
- NEGOTIATION / SOURCING
I have ability to develop a negotiation strategy for each supplier and determine the relative bargaining position, set up the target prices. I developed tactics as leverages
Network of suppliers in Asia and Europe.
- SALES PERFORMANCE
I manage the business review: KPIs, weekly sales report, budget review and take action in response (markdown, white label..)
- MANAGEMENT
I manage a team of product manager-buyer, designer, planner
Mes compétences :
Marketing
Achats
Négociation
Gestion de projet
Mode
Développement produit