Lauren Craig

I am a conscientious, dedicated Buying Assistant and First-Class Degree graduate looking to further my development in fashion buying.

I have experience with both branded womenswear and lingerie collaborating with suppliers such as Mango, Whistles, Ann Summers, Fantasie, and Phase Eight with whom I have had good feedback, praising me for great communication and efficiency. I have overseen new brand launches, conducted supplier meetings, selected products to go in seasonal catalogues, briefed in products to go on site, competitor analysis, and trend reports. I have enjoyed my time at my current job, and I am proud of the strong creative skill set I have developed and the team I have worked with, but I am ready for my next challenge to take on more owner- ship and responsibility as an Assistant Buyer.

I have in depth knowledge of creating and briefing catalogue numbers, trend reporting and competitor analysis. I have great research, initiative and creative skills making sure deadlines are met, proofing dev links and creating and selecting spreads for seasonal catalogues.

I pride myself in making sure I have a great relationship with suppliers keeping them in the loop with any updates and regular meetings.

> BA (Hons) - NCL Newcastle University Centre - First Class Degree

> A-Levels at St.Mary’s College Blackburn studying Textiles, Fine Art and English Langauge