Laura Pujol Busquets
Senior Buyer
Badalona
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Knitwear and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Detail-oriented with project management skills. Efficient in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Responsable Women's Knitwear Department -
Massimo Dutti (Inditex)
01.2015 - 08.2024
- Analytic and strategical thinking
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Surpassed company financial targets and increased cost-efficiency by administering €50M yearly buying budget and leveraging analytical skills
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Strengthened strong supplier relationships and streamlined negotiation.
- Conducted comprehensive quality reviews to uphold product standards and reduce defect rates.
- Co-ordinate with suppliers to oversee the collection's production costing and delivering
- Amplified product line quality via expert knowledge of knitwear production, from yarn selection to finished garments
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Increased market share with strategic business development efforts, expanding into untapped markets.
- Worked closely with the design team to finalize product selections, integrating feedback on trends, sales data, and seasonal demands to tailor the knitwear line to target demographics
Senior Buyer Men's Knitwear Department
Massimo Dutti - Inditex
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Analyzed pricing, lead times, and manufacturing costs for new products to optimize budget allocations and reduce expenses
- Attained timely product launches and market entry by confirming alignment with go-to-market calendar
- Reduced purchasing costs by leveraging advanced negotiation and persuasion skills to secure the best prices for goods
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for streamlined procurement processes.
- Managed purchase orders for timely delivery of goods.
- Identified new supplier opportunities to expand product offerings.
Knitwear Buyer
Kettering, S.A (Inditex)
05.2000 - 06.2007
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure alignment of supply chain activities with business objectives
- Conducted market research to identify new suppliers and negotiate better pricing
- Working with Asian and European countries
- Enhanced product availability by maintaining strong supplier partnerships.
- Coordinated with finance to ensure accurate budget tracking for purchasing activities.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
Education
EURHODIP ( European Hotel Management ) - Hotel Management
INSTITUT VATEL
NIMES ( FRANCE)Skills
- Negotiation Expertise
- Goal setting
- Complex Problem-solving
- Financial Oversight
- Decision-making
- Strategic Development
- Performance Metrics Management
- Effective Team Leadership
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Upper intermediate (B2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Responsable Women's Knitwear Department -
Massimo Dutti (Inditex)
01.2015 - 08.2024
Senior Buyer Men's Knitwear Department
Massimo Dutti - Inditex
01.2007 - 01.2015
Knitwear Buyer
Kettering, S.A (Inditex)
05.2000 - 06.2007
EURHODIP ( European Hotel Management ) - Hotel Management
INSTITUT VATEL
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