Celia Jiménez Reguero

BUYER, Jun 2021-Present

• Managing the budget (around 37M euros semi-annual), to optimize purchasing strategy, support growth and ensure the targets are met, maintaining the desired commercial image.

• Leading the selection and purchase of garments for 1,800 Zara stores worldwide

• Leading end-to-end production management (from yarn until garments are in the warehouse), negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers and ensuring timely delivery

• Sales forecasting and therefore, monitor inventory levels and ensure timely replenishment, according the required KPIS (in line with the in - out philosophy)

• Conducting market research, identifying new suppliers and product opportunities. Mandatory sustainable sourcing

• International shopping and collaborating with design and merchandising team to develop well-curated product assortments

DISTRIBUTION, Oct 2019 - Jun 2021

• Distributing all the garments to the 1,800 ZARA stores worldwide, on time and efficiently.

• Setting department’s distribution strategy. Planning collection’s calendar

• Managing deliveries according to stock and KPIS, assuring the needed offer in each store, trying to make the best possible success

•Monitoring and maintaining correct inventory levels in-store

CONTROLER, Aug 2019 - Oct 2019

• Assisting in optimizing purchases to align with budget and achieve objectives

• Reporting department's budget status to financials' department

•Preparing and presenting financial reports to higher management and providing recommendations for improvement

•Conducts internal audits to assess and ensure the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management processes