Netherlands
A highly disciplined and results driven supply chain professional with production line experience in the global apparel industry. Proven track record in change management at both factory and corporate level. A thorough understanding of sustainable sourcing best practice, backed by a strong commercial and business acumen. Proficient in Mandarin Chinese language. Areas of expertise: Management and training across multi-cultural teams Building responsive, sustainable supply chains Strong project management and negotiation skills
Strategies and Resources for the back end of the Fashion industry.
A Quality, Sourcing and Product Development Company specialising in emerging Brands. Cross Functional Business Process Optimisation.
Delivered winning strategies for diversification and growth through targeted product proposals, challenging costing assumptions and a collaborative approach to supply chain optimization. Built up and Managed six key customer accounts with a combined annual (2015) sales value of USD 18 million. Monitored the assessment and implementation of factory compliance SOPs as part of the on-boarding process for new brand customers. Benefitted from a unique opportunity to gain understanding of the specific commercial pressures associated with a genuine commitment to compliance as well as observe first-hand the positive outcomes of “beyond compliance” initiatives in the manufacturing community (such as the HER project and Better Work Programme). Set annual budget and sales forecast for owned factory and sourcing offices. Presented monthly capacity fulfillment and progress reports to the Board.
Established and managed Sales and Merchandising office in Shanghai. Managed a diverse portfolio of brand customers and their garment vendors. Management responsibility for a team of ten across sales, R&D, quality control and administration. Three direct reports.