Kerry Leigh Cartwright
About
Kerry Leigh Cartwright is from Tamarin, Black River, Mauritius. Kerry-Leigh works in the following industries: "零售". Kerry-Leigh is currently Strategic Sourcing Specialist at KDC Sourcing, located in Mauritius. In Kerry-Leigh's previous role as a Womens Knitwear Buyer at Woolworths, Kerry-Leigh worked in South Africa until Jan 2022. Prior to joining Woolworths, Kerry-Leigh was a Womenswear Edition Buyer at Woolworths and held the position of Womenswear Edition Buyer at Cape Town Area, South Africa. Prior to that, Kerry-Leigh was a Buyer Ladieswear at Truworths, based in Cape Town Area, South Africa from Aug 2016 to Jul 2018. Kerry-Leigh started working as Sourcing Coordinator at Truworths in cape town area, south africa in Feb 2014. From Aug 2010 to Jan 2014, Kerry-Leigh was Sourcing Manager Knitwear, Swimwear & Hosiery for Men's & Ladieswear at Edcon, based in johannesburg area, south africa. Prior to that, Kerry-Leigh was a Senior Menswear Buyer at ME Retail Stores, based in Pretoria Area, South Africa from Aug 2009 to Aug 2010. Kerry-Leigh started working as Specialist Buyer Menswear at Edcon in Johannesburg Area, South Africa in Dec 2007.
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Kerry Leigh Cartwright's current jobs
My offering: Global Business Development Strategic Supply chain optimisation Buyer to factory sourcing & match making • I leverage my retail buying and product development expertise to facilitate communication between international buyers and factories in Mauritius. • Streamline sourcing processes to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products. I can help with: Launching your first fashion collection as well as expanding your existing product range Creative direction and product development Factory and fabric sourcing, with addional production support Sample development and fittings DTC sales and marketing
Kerry Leigh Cartwright's past jobs
Foreign business practices & procurement of Apparel Development and implementation of purchase strategy plans. Management of supplier relationships & internal communications. Responsible for production, inventory, quality and factory control. Creating strategic plans and Tactics Support the organization through activities focused on sourcing and cost reduction Developing supplier alliances and implementing process improvements Minimize risk by ensuring alternative sources of supply for critical items Perform and analyze monthly forecasting reports to ensure and maintain acceptable inventory level Assist with any departmental operations, as required or directed Negotiate/leverage volume pricing, maximize profit margin, and minimize fees Co-ordinate with international logistic personnel to ensure proper shipment delivery
Headhunted to join a new start-up venture To successfully source and procure a balanced range of merchandise in line with the company strategy. Build and maintain good relationships with staff, suppliers and key functions in the business.
To provide a balanced assortment of merchandise in order to meet sales budgets, gross profit, and gross profit percentage; to monitor and guide appropriate stock turn levels and increase market share in the Men's Formal department for Edgars.
Analyse sales trends / history and formulate strategy, as well as provide input into Group strategy Research local and international markets and interpret trends for the Woolworths customer. Negotiating of cost prices resulting in value for money, selling price points and primary margins being achieved Implementing and maintaining quality standards regarding look and style of merchandise Growth and development of the Mens knitwear & leisurewear business for Woolworths.
Develop each seasonal menswear range Working in conjunction with Pringle UK – in terms of colour and key themes Researching worldwide menswear trends, and incorporating into the South African menswear market for Pringle Sourcing of new fabrics and designs Sourcing and implementing new ideas for the menswear accessories range Costings and price negotiations Left for the Menswear buyer opportunity at Woolworths
Assist in preparation and development of the Ladieswear brand. Promoted to Menswear Merchandiser