Francisca Fernandes
@franciscafernandes
I optimize buying decisions through sales, stock, pricing, and budget performance analysis.
PortugalWhat I'm looking for
At PARFOIS, I connect Top Management and the Buying Team, aligning business goals with product strategies. I oversee assortment planning, pricing, sales and stock performance, and budget KPI reporting to identify risks and optimize profit.
Previously at EY, I reviewed financial data, statements, and operational processes across telecommunications and wine production. I bring audit discipline, SAP and Excel capability, and international business training from Lancaster University and Católica Porto Business School.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Buying Controller
Parfois
Aug 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Acted as the strategic link between Top Management and the Buying Team, ensuring alignment between business goals and product strategies. Oversaw pre-season and in-season assortment planning, pricing strategies, and end-of-season performance reviews.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
LeaderShape Global
Executive Course, Leadership
2022 - 2022
Executive course on Globally Responsible Leadership for Sustainable Transformation, focusing on leadership for sustainable enterprises.
Lancaster University Management School
Master of Science, International Business and Strategy
2021 - 2022
Grade: Distinction
Activities and societies: Winning team on the M&A Lab Simulation Challenge; Consultancy projects for Lancaster-based enterprises.
Master's degree in International Business and Strategy with Distinction. Achieved high marks in modules such as Cross-Border M&A and Managing Multinational Firms.
Católica Porto Business School
Master of Science, Management
2020 - 2022
Grade: 17/20
Activities and societies: Graded with 19/20 on an Analyst Report on Financial Analysis and Firm Performance.
Master's degree in Management with a grade of 17/20. Excelled in Business Analytics and Financial Statement Analysis.
School of Economics and Management of the University of Porto
Bachelor of Arts, Economics
2017 - 2020
Grade: 14.46/20
Bachelor's degree in Economics with a grade of 14.46/20. Strong performance in Information Management and Financial Instruments.
Católica Porto Business School
Executive Course, Ethics and Compliance
Executive course on Ethics, Compliance and Whistleblowing, with an assistant role.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
PortugalAuthorized to work in
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