TAMARA DEL ÁLAMO ARLANZÓN

Dynamic and results-driven Senior Fashion Buyer with over 8 years of extensive experience in the textile and fashion industry. Expert in product selection, supplier negotiation, financial analysis, and market trend evaluation. Proven track record of achieving significant cost reductions, enhancing product assortments, and driving sales growth. Fluent in English C2 and French B2, with basic proficiency in Chinese A2. Skilled in SAP, advanced Excel, and negotiation techniques. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, optimizing stock management, and developing strategic partnerships. Recognized for improving procurement processes and delivering insightful market reports that support strategic decision-making. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Performance-driven wholesale purchasing professional skilled in sales analysis, pricing negotiation and competitive shopping. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.

Course Title

• Successfully Negotiated Cost Reductions: Achieved significant cost reductions through effective negotiation strategies with suppliers, resulting in savings of up to 15% annually for Inditex.
• Expanded Supplier Network: Identified and onboarded new suppliers in Bangladesh, India, and China, diversifying the supply chain and improving product quality and delivery timelines.
• Enhanced Product Selection: Led the product selection and collection development process, ensuring alignment with market trends and business strategies, contributing to a 20% increase in sales.
• Optimized Stock Management: Implemented efficient stock management processes that reduced inventory holding costs by 10% while maintaining product availability across stores.
• Developed Strategic Partnerships: Established long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers, securing favorable terms and ensuring reliable supply chains.
• Improved Financial Performance: Conducted comprehensive financial analyses that improved budget adherence and financial reporting accuracy, supporting better decision-making for future campaigns.
• Led International Buying Trips: Successfully managed seasonal buying trips to international markets, ensuring optimal procurement and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.
• Implemented Risk Mitigation Strategies: Developed and analyzed Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) to anticipate and mitigate risks, enhancing the overall stability and performance of procurement operations.
• Delivered Insightful Market Reports: Created detailed reports on market trends and brand performance, providing valuable insights that guided strategic decisions and improved market positioning.
• Streamlined Supplier Quality Assurance: Established stringent quality assurance standards for suppliers, ensuring compliance and maintaining high product quality, contributing to brand reputation.

• Textile and Fashion Industry: Over 8 years of experience in the textile and fashion sector, with a deep understanding of market trends, consumer behavior, and product lifecycle management.
• Product Development: Proven ability to lead the product selection and collection development processes, ensuring alignment with current fashion trends and business strategies.
• Supplier and Vendor Management: Extensive experience in sourcing and managing relationships with international suppliers, particularly in Bangladesh, India, and China. Skilled in negotiating favorable terms and ensuring supplier compliance with quality standards.
• Procurement and Inventory Management: Expertise in optimizing procurement processes, stock management, and inventory control to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Financial Analysis and Budgeting: Strong background in financial analysis, budgeting, and cost management, contributing to improved financial performance and strategic planning.
• Market Trend Evaluation: Adept at analyzing market trends and consumer preferences to inform product development and marketing strategies.
• Risk Management: Proficient in identifying and mitigating risks through the development and analysis of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), ensuring stability and minimizing potential disruptions.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Experienced in collaborating with design, marketing, and finance teams to drive cohesive strategies and achieve business objectives.
• International Experience: Regularly conducted buying trips to global markets, enhancing the diversity and quality of product offerings.

Barcelona

Title: Senior Fashion Buyer

• Chinese, Advanced
• English, Native
• French, Advanced