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Sabine Raatz

Kreuzlingen,Schweiz

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in merchandise planning, forecasting, and stock control, complemented by a strong analytical mindset. Demonstrates exceptional communication and organisational skills, with proven project management expertise and a deep understanding of Agile methodology. Experienced SAP Key User committed to leveraging skills for optimising operational efficiency and driving strategic initiatives. Team player that believes in the strength of mutual support and motivation leading to the best and most sustainable results.


Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Team Leader Global NOS Management and Reselling

Strellson AG
Kreuzlingen, Switzerland
08.2024 - Current
  • Conducted demand forecasting, strategic planning and inventory management for NOS merchandise across multiple brands
  • Led SAP Transformation project S4/HANA as Deputy Manager for Plan-To-Order since January 2023

Team Leader Merchandise Planning JOOP

Strellson AG
Kreuzlingen, Switzerland
01.2022 - 08.2024
  • Delivered outstanding service to consignment customers while driving sales through skilled team leadership
  • Coordinated NOS merchandise planning tripling JOOP NOS brand sales
  • Implemented new methods boosting team efficiency

Specialist Merchandise Planner JOOP

Strellson AG
Kreuzlingen, Switzerland
07.2011 - 12.2021
  • Advanced through roles from Key Account Manager at Tommy Hilfiger Tailored Clothing in 2011 to Specialist Merchandise Planner
  • Developed expertise in budget and demand forecasting and assortment planning in fast-moving consumer goods sector

Project Manager

SPECTARIS
Berlin, Germany
08.2006 - 10.2009
  • Managed EU-funded foreign trade events in Europe and Asia for association members

Project Manager Latin America

IHK-GmbH
Bonn, Germany
10.2003 - 07.2006
  • Managed foreign trade event logistics and coordination

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Translation

Ruprecht-Karls-University
Heidelberg
10.1996 - 11.2002

Skills

  • Communication excellence
  • Organizational skills
  • Analytical mindset
  • Leadership proficiency
  • Project management expertise
  • SAP Key User and agile methodology understanding
  • Change management experience

Languages

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Spanish
Fluent

Affiliations

  • Sports (Skiing, all types of ball sports, Jogging)
  • Travel, Trekking, Hiking
  • Photography
  • Handlettering

References

References available upon request.

Other Interests

Voluntary work for the Sport and Gymnastic Club of Kreuzlingen (in auditing and for the organisation of  sport events)

Timeline

Team Leader Global NOS Management and Reselling

Strellson AG
08.2024 - Current

Team Leader Merchandise Planning JOOP

Strellson AG
01.2022 - 08.2024

Specialist Merchandise Planner JOOP

Strellson AG
07.2011 - 12.2021

Project Manager

SPECTARIS
08.2006 - 10.2009

Project Manager Latin America

IHK-GmbH
10.2003 - 07.2006

Diploma of Higher Education - Translation

Ruprecht-Karls-University
10.1996 - 11.2002
Sabine Raatz