Sanja Popov

A dynamic, result-oriented retail manager, with a proven track record in Operation,Merchandising and Buying using effective information and positive thinking.
23 years experience within the Fashion and Luxury Retail Industry in Europe, Middle East and Asia.
I am Buyer/Buying Manager with extensive buying and retail experience across several categories, specializing in womenswear, menswear, accessories, shoes, beachwear and underwear. I have gained an excellent understanding of the International markets with the focus on the Middle East during the last years. I have established successful working relationship with a significant number of brands covering all categories and lifestyles. My strengths are strong leadership, excellent reporting ability, effective negotiating skills, and strong professional presence.
Wholesale, Retail and Marketing professional background 
Strong numerical skills and business acumen

Experience

Jul 2018- Dec 2022, Doha, Qatar Retail Area Manager, Alshaya Wellness division: The Body Shop, NYX, Charlotte Tilbury. 

Oct 2014- Dec 2017, Doha, Qatar

Retail Area Manager, Chalhoub QLC
Brands: Celine, Lanvin, Marc Jacobs, Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Kids, Alice +Olivia, Karl Lagerfeld, Max Mara, Max & Co, and Lacoste. h

Mar 2014- Jul 2015, Doha, Qatar

Brand Manager/Buyer, Abu Issa Holding Group Blue Salon
Brands: Elie Saab, Talbot Runhof, Badgley Mischka, Tadashi Shoji, Monique Lhuillier, Marchesa, Theia, Clover Canyon, Bibhu Mohapatra, Pamella Rolland, Love Moschino, Roberto Cavalli, Atos Lombardini, Morgan, Naf Naf, among others. .

Sep 2009- Dec 2013, Doha, Qatar

Retail Manager/Buyer, United Fashion Company (UFC), The Pearl Brands:SalvatoreFerragamo,ZuhairMurad,GianfrancoFerrè,Missoni, StefanoRicci,DomenicoVacca, Lancel,AlbertaFerretti,LKBennett,La Perla,Etro,ReneCaovilla,CalvinKleinCollection&CKJeans,Harmont & Blaine,GeorgJensen,Hiref,Santoni..

Feb 1998- May 2008, Pancevo, Serbia Store Manager/Buyer, M11 Intimo

Multibrand lingerie store, family business

Education

Dec 2014 - Nov 2016, Online
International Business Administration, University of Atlanta

Bachelor of Science in International Business Administration Bachelor Degree GPA: 3.60

Oct 1999 - Sep 2008, Belgrade, Serbia
Zootechnika, University of Belgrade Faculty of Agriculture

Completed 3 years of university (1999 to 2001 & 2007 to 2008), due to unrest in Serbia at the time. Sep 1995 – June 1999, Pancevo, Serbia

Veterinary Technician, School of Agriculture “Josif Pancic” Sep 1990 - June 1998, Pancevo, Serbia

Solo singing and piano, Elementary music school “Jovan Bandur”