Experience

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  BIOWORLD INTERNATIONAL

  • Key Account Development Manager

    • Aug 2020 - Present

    Leading a team to deliver best in class product and manufacturing strategy in collaboration with leading global retailers.- Driving growth through strategic partnership with Key Account retail partners- Team Leadership and Coaching - Business planning to facilitate profitability whilst managing risk- Developing Sales Budgets and leading a team to exceed these- Fostering an environment for collaboration and solutions-led problem solving - Improving efficiency and results through ways of working and processes - Analytical and strategic thinker - Cross category product background, specialising in large retail businesses - Facilitating omni channel marketing campaigns to support product ranges - In depth knowledge of Licensing industry and product

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  Primark

  • Licensing Coordinator

    • Jan 2017 - Sep 2019

    Planning and delivering global licensing strategy for Primark, overseeing multiple cross departmental campaigns and leading teams to drive significant commercial growth year on year. Collaborated with major global brands including Disney, Netflix, PlayStation and Fortnite.

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  Primark Stores Ltd

  • Assistant Buyer, Childrenswear

    • Oct 2013 - Jan 2017

    Buying Boys' Nightwear for UK and Europe - grew license mix by 80% and landed several high profile ranges

  • Trainee Buyer, Womenswear

    • Aug 2011 - Oct 2013

    Denim, Outerwear, Leisure and Workout

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  Penneys (Primark Stores Ltd)

  • Dublin, Republic of Ireland

  • Trainee Buyer, Womenswear

    • Sep 2008 - Jun 2009
    • Dublin, Republic of Ireland

    Dresses, Blouses and Knitwear

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  Matthew Williamson

  • London, United Kingdom

  • PR Intern

    • Jun 2008 - Jun 2008
    • London, United Kingdom

    Assisted Head of PR

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  New York Fashion Week

  • New York City, New York, USA

  • Intern

    • Aug 2007 - Aug 2007
    • New York City, New York, USA

    Assisted on several shows including BCBG and Tommy Hilfiger. Duties involved greeting and seating front row guests, gifting and backstage dressing.

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  Marks and Spencer

  • London, United Kingdom

  • Intern

    • Jun 2005 - Jun 2005
    • London, United Kingdom

    Assisted in various departments including Buying, Design, Visual Merchandising, Marketing and Store Management.