Good day, Firstly, I would like to thank you for reading this mail. My name is Michael Eisman, and I am currently looking for a position in the buying/sourcing/planning field. I have had 23 years’ experience in the apparel and accessories industry , mainly in Sourcing and Production, as an executive and a consultant. My work has been with both established apparel brands as well as startups. Some of the brands I have worked on include; • Pepe Jeans London • Caterpillar Apparel • Polo Jeans • Polo Sports • Many smaller brands I have successfully produced in many countries such as India, Vietnam, China, Mauritius, Thailand, Hong Kong, and South Africa. Currently, I am working for a UK based sourcing platform. My key skills are; • Sourcing and pre vetting potential suppliers. • Confirming business terms with suppliers. • Price negotiation. • Critical path management. • Managing production merchandisers. • Managing a QC team. • Controlling quality. • Procedures and processes. • Commercial decision making. • Negotiating late delivery penalties. • Dealing with inspection agencies. • Dealing with forwarders. • Any ad hoc duties assigned to me. • Ensuring gross weighted margin targets are met through the product range. • General operational management.