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Najma Ahmad

Pinner,Middlesex

Summary

Results-oriented professional with 4 years of business ownership and over 15 years of experience as a Merchandise Planner. Demonstrated organizational skills, proactivity, adaptability, and attention to detail in previous roles. Aiming to apply expertise in a school office environment to improve operational efficiency and support educational goals.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Business owner

Babyprints Pinner
Pinner, Harrow
09.2021 - Current
  • Organised networking events to build industry connections and partnerships.
  • Utilised social media platforms for effective brand promotion and customer engagement.
  • Innovated product offerings based on customer feedback and market analysis,.
  • Built strong client relationships, led to repeat business and referrals.
  • Developed strategic business plans for long-term growth.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth running of the business.
  • Established and successfully managed profitable business, demonstratin entrepreneurial skills and business acumen.
  • Optimised flow and scheduling of daily operations for maximum productivity.

Merchandise Planner

Reiss, Boden, Lipsy & Conran Shop
London
01.2016 - 08.2020


● Set department strategies working with Buying, Design and production.
● Planned ranges considering past, present and future trading, employing wider market factors and business strategies.
● Managed department plans in line with financial budgets, also owned departmental WSSI highlighting risks and opportunities.
● Developed and managed a high performing team
● Delivered a balanced and correctly phased assortment alongside managing an efficient critical path, ensuring all dates were met.
● Proactively set goals and managed multiple priorities, keeping management informed.

Junior Merchandiser

Gap Europe & Debenhams
London
04.2008 - 12.2015

Assistant Merchandiser

Laura Ashley, Heals Ltd & Signet Group
London
09.2003 - 04.2008

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion & Retail Management

London College of Fashion
London
09.1997 - 07.2000

Skills

  • Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office
  • Adaptability to new systems
  • Analytical and numerical skills
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Relationship building

Timeline

Business owner

Babyprints Pinner
09.2021 - Current

Merchandise Planner

Reiss, Boden, Lipsy & Conran Shop
01.2016 - 08.2020

Junior Merchandiser

Gap Europe & Debenhams
04.2008 - 12.2015

Assistant Merchandiser

Laura Ashley, Heals Ltd & Signet Group
09.2003 - 04.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion & Retail Management

London College of Fashion
09.1997 - 07.2000
Najma Ahmad