Arpita Parakh
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Arpita Parakh

Assistant BuyerLondon, United Kingdom
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Arpita Parakh
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Arpita Parakh

Assistant BuyerLondon, United Kingdom
About me
Experienced Fashion Consultant with a demonstrated history of working in the apparel and fashion industry. A recent graduate from London college of Fashion with MA in fashion Design management. With hands-on experience in product/brand development and strategy and skilled in trend mapping, market research, customer experience and communications. The ability to influence decisions using strong analytical skills, enthusiasm and energy. Highly motivated individual looking to develop and enhance skills within the buying & merchandising sector.
Work history
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    Buyer Admin AssistantVogue Fab
    London, United KingdomFull Time
    • Supported the buying team with their product development process; developed an extensive database of seasonal trends for the Kids-wear clothing category using Stylus, WGSN and PSFK. • Negotiated contracts with 12+ overseas suppliers to raise purchase orders and managed the data entry of the new items product cycle. • Synthesised key insights to derive potential new product offerings, increasing sales by 15% in the third quarter. • Prepared competitor analysis by competitive shopping and reported findings back to the team. • Curated data on a PO management system to ensure timely delivery and supported the stock flow.
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    Buyer Admin AssistantVogue Fab
    London, United KingdomFull Time
    • Supported the buying team with their product development process; developed an extensive database of seasonal trends for the Kids-wear clothing category using Stylus, WGSN and PSFK. • Negotiated contracts with 12+ overseas suppliers to raise purchase orders and managed the data entry of the new items product cycle. • Synthesised key insights to derive potential new product offerings, increasing sales by 15% in the third quarter. • Prepared competitor analysis by competitive shopping and reported findings back to the team. • Curated data on a PO management system to ensure timely delivery and supported the stock flow.
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Skills
  • Time Management
  • Trend Forecasting
  • Market Research
  • Communication
Education
    London College of Fashion, UAL logo
    London College of Fashion, UAL logo
    Master of ArtsLondon College of Fashion, UAL
     - London, United Kingdom