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To Van Cao

Acheteuse Luxe et Créateurs PAP Femme / Luxury & Designers women's RTW Buyer
About

A graduate of a business school, I have worked for 10 years in the fashion industry, including 6 years as a buyer and collection merchandising manager. I enjoy analyzing data and giving it meaning by connecting it to real-world business contexts. I pay great attention to detail and have had the opportunity to work in teams while taking on managerial responsibilities. Recently, I completed a Data Analytics and Machine Learning Bootcamp, where I acquired advanced skills in Python, SQL, and Tableau, alongside expertise in data cleaning, visualization, and statistical analysis. This experience has enhanced my ability to turn raw data into actionable business insights, complementing my strong background in fashion and merchandising.

Previous Brands
Maison Margiela
Paradoxe Club
Galeries Lafayette
CHANEL
BALENCIAGA
Hugo Boss
L'Oréal
Work Experience
Collection Merchandiser Manager Shoes
Oct ‘21 - Dec ‘22
Maison Margiela

As a Collection Merchandiser, I managed a junior merchandiser and collaborated closely with regional divisions, production, product development, PR, retail, and wholesale teams. My responsibilities spanned across the different stages of the collection lifecycle: Before the showroom: -Led the collection brief (4 collections per year) for the design studio and product development teams, utilizing feedback from regional teams to guide direction. During the showroom: - Managed the presentation of the collection and provided buying guidelines to retail and wholesale regions. - Oversaw all sales support tools, including the product catalog and its updates on the buying platform. After the showroom: - Conducted buying reviews and sell-out analysis throughout the season - Conducted detailed reporting to the CEO Contributed to the following best seller : https://www.maisonmargiela.com/fr-fr/tabi-a-lacets-S58WQ0134P3292H8396.html

Label Manager
Sep ‘20 - Sep ‘22
Paradoxe Club

Luxury & Designers women’s RTW buyer / Acheteuse Luxe et Créateurs PAP Femme
Nov ‘19 - Oct ‘21
Galeries Lafayette

Purchasing: - Managed in-store and online purchases for brands within my portfolio, overseeing assortment selection, quantities, and sizing. - Conducted KPI analysis on sales, stock levels, and profitability, implementing action plans and performing competitive market research and brand scouting. Negotiations: - Led negotiations on commercial terms with partners, finalizing purchasing agreements for direct buys, conditional orders, and commission-based retail sales. Strategy & Special Projects: - Provided strategic recommendations for the annual buying plan and coordinated physical and digital pop-up stores.

Menswear Buyer - Contemporary & Streetwear / Acheteuse Mode Homme - Contemporary & Streetwear
Sep ‘18 - Oct ‘19
Galeries Lafayette

Menswear Buyer - Denim / Acheteuse mode Homme - Denim
Aug ‘16 - Aug ‘18
Galeries Lafayette

Ready to wear Central Merchandiser
Jan ‘15 - Jul ‘16
CHANEL

Retail Merchandiser Assistant (Europe) - Shoes, Costume Jewelry & other accessories
Jun ‘14 - Dec ‘14
CHANEL

Retail worldwide Assistant
Mar ‘13 - Sep ‘13
Maison Margiela

Product Development Assistant
Jun ‘12 - Mar ‘13
BALENCIAGA

Sales associate
May ‘11 - Jul ‘11
Hugo Boss

Marketing intern
Jun ‘09 - Jul ‘09
L'Oréal

Languages
English - Fluent
French - Native
Spanish - Work Proficiency
Education & Training
Grenoble Ecole de Management - Grenoble Graduate School of Business
‘10 - ‘14
MasterSpécialisation Marketing et Achats
Paris, France