https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc My portfolio of evidence, mapped to the relevant KSB's. en-us 2022-01-21 10:18:25 UTC 2026-03-02 00:23:01 UTC hello@padlet.com lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2015850968 Product lifecycle from development to customer and the critical path approach to support the buying and merchandising process.

In my role, I check critical paths every week from all suppliers. I do this to ensure that all dates are being met along the process. If not, this could have an impact on estimated handover dates, resulting in delayed stock. In a critical path you can monitor the full product lifecycle from beginning to end.]]> 2022-01-27 13:39:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2015850968 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017608367 Ensures accurate implementation of the critical path prioritising actions accordingly.

I have attached an order catch up powerpoint which I would send out weekly to my team, ensuring that they all knew what actions were to take place after looking at all critical paths.]]> 2022-01-28 09:59:41 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017608367 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017617283 The brand position within the market, which includes both UK and global markets, retailer types and trading models.

I have attached an e-mail I sent out, detailing where F&F sits within the retail market. I analyse market share every month so that we can see how we compare to other retailers in our volume and value share within 12, 24 and 52 wk periods.]]> 2022-01-28 10:07:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017617283 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017640834 The principles of internal trend analysis and forecasting +
The different purchasing habits of customers, seasonality and the different customer journey across all purchasing channels

I have attached a lessons learnt document that I put together, detailing our internal XMAS AW21 trend analysis, showing what we are taking from the sales analysis and how we will change our strategy next year.]]> 2022-01-28 10:25:49 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017640834 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017647459 The principles of undertaking competitor analyses.

I have attached a comp shop I conducted. I went to all of our competitors shops, analysing their children's bags ranges. This is important to look at other retailers quality, aesthetics and prices. In F&F we often look at competitors to ensure that we are sitting where we want to in the market and sometimes gaining inspiration.]]> 2022-01-28 10:31:26 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017647459 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017665555 Monitors agreed performance targets with suppliers to manage ongoing supplier relationships + Effective methods of communication to achieve operational success.]]> 2022-01-28 10:46:13 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017665555 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017732219 2022-01-28 11:44:37 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017732219 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017760684 Applies an ethical and sustainable approach to the buying and merchandising process in line with policies and procedures to achieve legal compliance.]]> 2022-01-28 12:10:30 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017760684 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017761772 Ensures the agreed route to market is delivered and maintained successfully so that objectives are met + Ensures effective stock management to support the delivery of the sales and profit forecasts.]]> 2022-01-28 12:11:28 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017761772 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017766686 Works with external and internal departments (for example, marketing, distribution, suppliers) to build relationships to drive sales activity and support the delivery of the business objectives across all channels.]]> 2022-01-28 12:16:12 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017766686 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017776063 Demonstrates accurate application of systems in analysing data (for example, customer trends, buying patterns, stock rotation and levels) + 
Operates in a manner that produces the required financial rate of return for the business +
The impact of stock planning and densities on profitability and how it aligns to organisational/brand strategy.]]> 2022-01-28 12:24:00 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017776063 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017789490 The brand position within the market, which includes both UK and global markets, retailer types and trading models.]]> 2022-01-28 12:34:53 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017789490 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017793311 Key aspects of the sector in respect of global and domestic trading patterns.]]> 2022-01-28 12:38:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017793311 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017803887 Coaches and mentors new/less experienced colleagues +
The importance of coaching and mentoring to support the development of the buying and merchandising teams +
Develops self and individuals to improve personal and team performance and capability.]]> 2022-01-28 12:46:56 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017803887 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017869102 Principles of buying and merchandising and the specific role of each +
Is resilient, organised with an eye for attention to detail.]]> 2022-01-28 13:28:54 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017869102 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017886094 Demonstrates anticipation of customer buying and product patterns to forecast future demand.]]> 2022-01-28 13:38:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017886094 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017891928 Is flexible, agile and adaptable to changing markets.]]> 2022-01-28 13:42:05 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017891928 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017908806 Factors affecting and impacting seasonal planning to ensure availability of appropriate products and to drive profit.]]> 2022-01-28 13:51:35 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017908806 lydiaandrews123 https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017915406 Operates within professional code of ethics.]]> 2022-01-28 13:55:01 UTC https://padlet.com/lydiaandrews123/hic8h91p5v0k67hc/wish/2017915406