I have been a buyer for 16 years having worked in one of South Africa's leading retailers, Woolworths Holdings and then moving to South Africa's leading Homeware retailer, ****@*****.***. I started my buying career with the New Clicks Holding Group my portfolios included Cellular, Bathroom and a small chain of Hair Salons. Having gained success at Clicks, I started what would be a very fruitful career as a Buyer at Woolworths SA for 11 years. I gained experience in Homeware having bought Christmas, Gifting, Kitchen, Bathroom and Kids toys. In order to broaden my experience I moved into Kidswear as a for Kids Accessories, Boys Sleepwear, Essentials and Slippers. Having now gained fabric experience as well. My Kidswear term was very fruitful having grown all the portfolios successfully and profitably year on year. I was afforded the opportunity to go back to homeware when I moved to ****@*****.*** where I was the Senior Buyer for Tabletop. I have worked with large International sourcing agencies such as WE Connor, Li & Fung, Pureter and The Linmark Group over the years. I currently do business with Australian brands such as The Bambis Group i.e S&P, Maxwell Williams and Wise Concepts. I have travelled to source product from China, Thailand and India for more than 13 years including retail trend trips to London and Paris for more than 8 years. I can add value to your team as I am experienced, calm, level headed and passionate about what I do. I have coached and mentored Junior Buyers as well as Buyer’s Assistants onto their next level, as I feel I have to pass on knowledge and the experience I have gained over the years from my peers and mentors. My love for sharing beautiful product with my customers shines through in the ranges I present and the successful sales. I pride myself on nurturing and maintaining relationships with suppliers, peers and all stakeholders. I look forward to taking the next step with you… Regards Tamsin Jacobs +(***)-***-****