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Katharine Bamber

Cropthorne

Summary

Detail-oriented Administrator with extensive experience in operational and administrative support across diverse sectors. Skilled in managing priorities, maintaining records, producing reports, and collaborating with teams to achieve objectives. Strong communicator adept at navigating complex information and adapting to evolving demands.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Channel Merchandiser

Channel Merchandising
11.2025 - Current

• Produce weekly and ad-hoc reports to support decision-making and identify trends, risks and opportunities• Analyse sales performance, stock levels and forecasting data to support business planning• Coordinate stock allocation and replenishment activity across stores, online channels and partners• Work collaboratively with Buying, Planning, Logistics and Retail teams to resolve issues and deliver priorities• Act as a key point of contact for operational queries, providing timely support and resolutions• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining high levels of accuracy• Support promotional activity and seasonal planning processes

Supported stock management, reporting, allocation and trading performance across multiple channels, collaborating with internal stakeholders to meet operational objectives.

• Produce weekly and ad-hoc reports to support decision-making and identify trends, risks and opportunities
• Analyse sales performance, stock levels and forecasting data to support business planning
• Coordinate stock allocation and replenishment activity across stores, online channels and partners
• Work collaboratively with Buying, Planning, Logistics and Retail teams to resolve issues and deliver priorities
• Act as a key point of contact for operational queries, providing timely support and resolutions
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining high levels of accuracy
• Support promotional activity and seasonal planning processes

Allocator

Channel Merchandising
08.2023 - 11.2025
Allocator

Managed stock allocation and replenishment across multiple product categories, supporting commercial decision-making through targeted analysis and reporting.

• Created allocation plans using sales analysis and forecasting data to optimise stock distribution

• Monitored stock levels and replenishment requirements across stores, online channels and partners

• Created allocation plans using sales analysis and forecasting data to optimise stock distribution
• Monitored stock levels and replenishment requirements across stores, online channels and partners
• Produced analysis and reports to support allocation decisions and performance reviews
• Worked with cross-functional teams to resolve supply challenges and support operational delivery
• Managed transfer orders and stock movements across locations
• Identified opportunities to improve stock efficiency and maximise sales performance
• Coordinated weekly meetings regarding stock availability and operational priorities
• Maintained and updated shared reporting tools and spreadsheets used across teams
• Supported markdown activity and stock management initiatives

Merchandising Admin Assistant

Channel Merchandising
10.2021 - 08.2023

• Managed purchase order amendments and maintained accurate records across systems• Coordinated updates with Buying, Merchandising and Supply Chain teams• Maintained system data accuracy including pricing, promotions and product information• Produced reports and updated tracking tools used across departments• Supported promotional activity and wider business communications• Identified and corrected data discrepancies to maintain information accuracy• Provided ad-hoc administrative support across the merchandising function

Provided comprehensive administrative support to merchandising teams, maintaining systems, records and processes to ensure efficient operational delivery.

• Managed purchase order amendments and maintained accurate records across systems
• Coordinated updates with Buying, Merchandising and Supply Chain teams
• Maintained system data accuracy including pricing, promotions and product information
• Produced reports and updated tracking tools used across departments
• Supported promotional activity and wider business communications
• Identified and corrected data discrepancies to maintain information accuracy
• Provided ad-hoc administrative support across the merchandising function

Office Administrator with First Aid

Alderbrook
01.2021 - 10.2021
  • • Provided day-to-day administrative support within a busy office environment
    • Maintained records and managed information accurately
    • Supported colleagues and customers with queries and requests
    • Assisted with operational and administrative processes
  • Managed office correspondence, including emails, phone calls and mail, efficiently and promptly.
  • Handled incoming calls and correspondence, providing timely responses to enquiries and bolstering company communication.
  • Communicated with staff through various internal platforms to keep colleagues informed of office updates.

Administration Assistant

Associated Independent Stores
09.2018 - 01.2021

• Provided administrative support across multiple functions
• Maintained records and processed information accurately
• Assisted with reporting and data management tasks
• Worked collaboratively across teams to support operational requirements

  • Handled client correspondence and internal communications in professional manner.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer information, direct callers and take messages.
  • Provided high level of administrative support, including copying, faxing and document distribution.

Information Assistant - Front of House

University of Birmingham
09.2016 - 09.2018
  • • Delivered front-line customer service and administrative support
    • Managed enquiries and provided information to staff, students and visitors
    • Maintained records and supported daily operational activities
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.

Information Assistant

University of Birmingham
04.2012 - 09.2016

Library Support Assistant

University of Birmingham
01.2006 - 04.2012

Education

BA (Hons) 2:2 - English Literature and Language

University of Central England
06-2003

A-Levels - English, Communications, Psychology A/S

Sandy Upper School (6th Form)
Sandy, Bedfordshire
06-1999

GCSE’s - English Language, English Lit, Maths, French, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Latin

Sandy Upper School
Sandy, Bedfordshire
06-1997

Skills

Administration and operational support

  • Stakeholder communication
  • Meeting coordination
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Record management
  • Microsoft Excel and Office 365
  • Priority management
  • Process improvement
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Database management
  • Customer service and relationship building
  • Organizational skills
  • Stock allocation and control
  • Sales analysis and forecasting
  • Supply chain coordination
  • Problem solving techniques

Hobbies and Interests

  • I love 20th Century American Literature and Horror films.
  • I enjoy long walks and exploring the countryside

Timeline

Assistant Channel Merchandiser

Channel Merchandising
11.2025 - Current

Allocator

Channel Merchandising
08.2023 - 11.2025

Merchandising Admin Assistant

Channel Merchandising
10.2021 - 08.2023

Office Administrator with First Aid

Alderbrook
01.2021 - 10.2021

Administration Assistant

Associated Independent Stores
09.2018 - 01.2021

Information Assistant - Front of House

University of Birmingham
09.2016 - 09.2018

Information Assistant

University of Birmingham
04.2012 - 09.2016

Library Support Assistant

University of Birmingham
01.2006 - 04.2012

BA (Hons) 2:2 - English Literature and Language

University of Central England

A-Levels - English, Communications, Psychology A/S

Sandy Upper School (6th Form)

GCSE’s - English Language, English Lit, Maths, French, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Latin

Sandy Upper School
Katharine Bamber