Helen Povey

Versatile 1200 sq ft location in Hackney, East London available for editorial, portraits, fashion and food photography as well as filming and advertising. Backdrop stand with coloramas available for stills shoots. www.dehavstudios.co.uk

Responsible for buying branded and private label footwear ranges for schuh kids including Nike, Adidas, Vans, Converse, Hunter, Ugg Australia, Dr Martens, Igor, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Polo Ralph Lauren, Birkenstock, Havaianas, Kickers, Lelli Kelly and more for 130 stores. Introduced new supply base for private label to offer more diverse product ranges for all ages, improved margins and leather back to school offer. Weekly meeting with key brands to discuss performance, opportunities and any issues.

Development and Buying of schuh Private Label and Red or Dead brand. Sourcing from Spain, Italy, Portugal, China, Vietnam, India, Tunisia and Romania. Regular competitive shopping, inspiration trips, managing supplier relationships, merchandising sign off and team management.

Buying Branded Ladies Footwear for all Office stores, Selfridges, Harvey Nichols, Topshop and House of Fraser concessions as well as overseeing buy on Poste Mistress. Brands included Acne Studios, Dries Van Noten, Stella McCartney, Miu Miu, Opening Ceremony and Vivienne Westwood. Office brands included UGG Australia, Dr Martens, Hunter, Birkenstock, Havaianas, Toms, Ted Baker, Fly London, H by Hudson, Ash, Fred Perry, Skechers, Timberland, Kickers, Vagabond, Jeffrey Campbell, Underground, Melissa, Buffalo and Flossy. Consistently maintained excellent brand relationships Traded the department by working closely with brands to deal with slow selling lines through stock swaps, mark down contribution, incentives and cancellations. Negotiated improved margin and terms to maximise profit for the business.