Footwear production. From design to delivery.
Fashion industry expert with 5 years of experience as a professional buyer.
About me
I am Hanna Mikulska-Delgaldo, a footwear buyer with over 5 years of experience in the fashion industry. I specialise in managing the full product lifecycle — from the initial design brief, through supplier sourcing and production oversight, to the on-time delivery of collections.
I have worked with factories in Poland, Eastern Europe, and Asia, building lasting relationships grounded in quality, reliability, and mutual trust. I understand both the creative side — trends, materials, design — and the operational one: negotiations, production schedules, and quality control.
I believe a great buyer is not just a negotiator — they are a strategist who bridges a brand's vision with market realities.
Selected projects and areas of specialisation
My work
Areas of expertise
Skills
Category Management
Planning and executing assortment strategies for women's and men's footwear collections.
Sourcing & Suppliers
Identifying and vetting factories in Poland, Europe, and Asia. Building long-term partnerships.
Trend Analysis
Monitoring global fashion trends and translating them into buying decisions aligned with brand DNA.
Negotiation
Conducting price negotiations, payment terms, and production lead time agreements.
Quality Control
Overseeing samples and production runs. Enforcing quality standards and technical specifications.
Project Management
Coordinating production schedules, managing risk, and facilitating cross-departmental communication.
From brief to finished product
How I work
Brief & Research
Analysing brand needs, reviewing seasonal trends, and defining the collection brief.
Design Direction
Collaborating with the creative team on shapes, materials, and colour directions.
Sourcing
Identifying and vetting suppliers and factories that meet quality and ethical requirements.
Sampling
Approving material swatches and prototypes. Iterating with the factory until the standard is met.
Production
Overseeing production orders, deadlines, and compliance with technical specifications.
Delivery
Pre-shipment quality checks, logistics coordination, and on-time collection handover.