Heather Wren
About Heather Wren
Heather Wren is a Senior Buying Manager at notonthehighstreet, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in merchandising, with previous roles at Debenhams and John Lewis, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Product Development for Fashion Industries from the London College of Fashion.
Current Role at notonthehighstreet
Heather Wren serves as the Senior Buying Manager at notonthehighstreet, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on building a product range that meets high standards of quality and commercial viability. Her responsibilities include analyzing sales performance data to inform product selection and strategy. Wren's expertise in the end-to-end supply chain allows her to quickly identify areas for risk minimization, ensuring that the buying process is efficient and effective.
Previous Experience at John Lewis
Heather Wren has extensive experience at John Lewis, where she held multiple roles over several years. She worked as a Merchandiser from 2005 to 2006, then progressed to Senior Merchandiser for Girlswear from 2013 to 2015. Wren also served as Senior Merchandiser for Jewellery & Watches from 2015 to 2021. Her tenure at John Lewis provided her with a comprehensive understanding of merchandising and product management, contributing to her development in the retail sector.
Early Career at Debenhams
Heather Wren began her career in retail at Debenhams, where she worked as a Merchandiser from 2002 to 2004. This early experience laid the foundation for her future roles in merchandising and product management. The skills she developed during this time contributed to her understanding of market trends and consumer behavior.
Education and Expertise
Heather Wren studied at the London College of Fashion, part of the University of the Arts London, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Product Development for Fashion Industries. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in product development, which she applies in her current and previous roles. Wren's expertise includes a passion for analytics, enabling her to support both short and long-term strategies related to product and brand management.
Skills in Supply Chain and Market Adaptation
Heather Wren possesses extensive knowledge of the end-to-end supply chain, which allows her to forecast market changes effectively. She adapts commercial plans to align with evolving consumer needs, ensuring that her strategies remain relevant and effective. Wren actively promotes system improvements and contributes to their design and testing, aiming for best-in-class processes in her work.