1. Janine Hewitt
3356 Ferris St, Burlington, ON L7M 0J6
Phone: 905-577-1774 E-Mail: janineh16@gmail.com
Profile
An experienced driven buyer with a strong command in line buying/private label and all aspects of product
development. Creative and innovative with proven ability to balance concepts with focus on bottom line results
and business needs. Proven success record with hands on and cross-functional leadership style. Big picture
conceptual thinker with strength in the ability to envision and interpret fashion trends for the brand.
Areas of Proficiency
Excel
Word
PDM
STS
CPO
PowerPoint
Outlook
Communication
Analytics and research
Problem solving
Decision making
Category management
Negotiation
Strategicthinker
Thrives on challenge
Results driven
Organization
Resourceful and dependable
Interpersonal
Efficient
Flexible andadaptable
Experience
CLEO (div. of Comark)
Tops Buyer Mar 2012-Current
Assortment planning, budgeting and forecasting with yearly volume of $20 million
Ongoing analysis of current trends and sales to identify growth opportunities within the department
Direct sourcing and product development
Business Travel: Hong Kong, Taipei, Shanghai,Ningbo, New York, and Montreal
Seasonal presentation to executive team of product, pricing, vendor and key item strategy
Source in season opportunity buys from Domestic Canadian and US vendors
Coach and develop assistantbuyers to achieve personal development plans
Ensuring product delivers value, quality, fit and style
Manage markdowns and promotional activity
Strategize with cross functional teams to meet corporate/business objectives
Ensure production scheduling and supply comply with company standards and requirements
2. “Play Ground Coordinator”
Company spokes representative for workshops addressing how to give and receive feedback in the
workplace. Personal management style understanding and areas supporting development and corporate
culture in conjunction with buyer’s role.
CLEO (div. of Comark)
Assistant Buyer
Dresses/Outerwear Sept 2010-Mar 2012
Tops/Accessories Jan 2007-Sept 2010
Supported Team Leader and Senior Buyer in all meetings- vendor and internally.
Effectively communicated requirements, timeline approvals and changes to vendors.
Ensured product specifications were entered into our product management software and updated system
with all changes as needed. Ensured product information is accurate and up-to-date.
Worked with cross-functional teams to provide them with product samples i.e. e-comm, advertising and
photography
Tracked, received and approved certified samples, approved materials and colours within established
standards. Ensured product samples arrived on time and prepared samples for art turns by labeling and
tagging products. Provided product information and certified samples to internal departments such as
advertising, database and quality assurance.
Attended vendor and team meetings, internal and final select meetings. Documented all changes in order to
maintain product specifications.
Education/Volunteer
George Brown College April 2008-April 2009
Retail buying certificate
Developed a thorough understanding of the buying process
Mohawk College Sept 2004-June 2006
Diploma in Medical Office Administration
Mohawk student class rep
Bennetto after school basketball league Sept 2010-Current
Developing at risk youth to be leaders and team players
Organizing drills and games
Joy and Hope of Haiti Jan 2009
Fundraising money for children’s orphanages
Support workers in malaria clinic
References
Available upon request