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Hi, I’m Mona Nagel. I’m a versatile and people-focused professional with a strong background in sports fashion, fitness coaching, and interior design. With over four years of experience as a Sports Fashion Buyer, I have a deep understanding of activewear and athleisure trends, supplier management, and customer needs.
I’m also a certified CrossFit Coach, Personal Trainer, and Nutrition Coach, passionate about creating motivating and personalized training and nutrition plans. Additionally, I work as a freelance interior designer, helping clients across the DACH region redesign and enhance their living spaces with custom concepts and 3D visualizations.
Experience Level
Language
German
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Swedish
Beginner
Work Experience
Freelance Interior Designer at inteero GmbH, Berlin
February 1, 2025 - PresentCollaborate with clients across the DACH region to redesign and enhance residential spaces such as children’s rooms, living rooms, and bedrooms. Manage multiple projects simultaneously from initial consultation and concept development to final design delivery. Create detailed 3D visualizations using Homestyler to help clients better envision design concepts. Develop personalized mood boards and curated shopping lists to guide clients through the implementation process. Provide tailored interior solutions that reflect client preferences, lifestyle, and budget.
CrossFit Coach & Personal Trainer at Self-employed, Berlin, Germany & Chiang Mai, Thailand
August 1, 2021 - PresentDeliver high-quality group and individual training sessions based on CrossFit methodologies to enhance clients' fitness and performance. Create and implement scalable workout plans suitable for all fitness levels focusing on strength, conditioning, mobility, and endurance. Assess client abilities and progress, providing personalized guidance for goal achievement while ensuring proper technique and safety. Foster a supportive and inclusive environment that motivates clients and builds a strong sense of community. Collaborate with other coaches and staff to maintain high standards of programming, client service, and gym operations.
Junior Buyer Urban Sports at KADEWE GmbH, Berlin
October 31, 2024 - July 30, 2025Lead the purchasing strategy for Urban Sports fashion and equipment across flagship stores and the online platform. Spearhead the buying strategy for men’s and women’s athleisure, activewear, and accessories. Conduct extensive market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends in sports fashion. Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiating favorable terms to enhance profit margins. Collaborate with marketing and merchandising teams to curate on-trend, brand-aligned assortments. Monitor sales performance and adjust strategies to optimize inventory and drive sell-through rates.
Developer Materials Apparel at Adidas AG, Herzogenaurach
October 31, 2020 - July 30, 2025Develop technical fabrics, trims, and all-over prints for BU Kids/Sportswear, activewear, performance, and lifestyle apparel collections, ensuring optimal functionality and aesthetic appeal. Collaborate with suppliers to source sustainable materials and technologies. Test and evaluate fabrics for performance standards including moisture-wicking, breathability, and abrasion resistance. Work closely with design teams to align material choices with seasonal color palettes and brand aesthetics. Optimize material sourcing strategies and communication with global suppliers to reduce lead times. Develop toolbox consolidation for upcoming seasons.
Sales Assistant at Nike, Berlin
June 30, 2018 - July 30, 2025Provided exceptional customer service assisting customers in selecting Nike products and offering product information. Maintained in-depth product knowledge to promote new collections and key features such as performance, fit, and sustainability. Achieved and exceeded individual and store sales targets through upselling and cross-selling. Restocked shelves, organized displays, and maintained store appearance. Supported promotional events and product launches contributing to increased foot traffic and revenue. Participated in product training to stay updated on innovations and marketing strategies.
Sales Assistant at H&M GmbH, Berlin
January 31, 2019 - July 30, 2025Provided exceptional customer service assisting shoppers in finding appropriate apparel and accessories. Maintained extensive knowledge of fashion trends, collections, and seasonal promotions to offer personalized recommendations and boost sales. Met and exceeded sales targets through effective upselling and cross-selling. Assisted customers with fitting room services and provided size and style advice. Managed transactions, returns, exchanges, and resolved customer inquiries professionally.
Internship Buying at Triton Sport Consulting, Hamburg
August 31, 2017 - July 30, 2025Assisted the buying team in the selection and procurement of sportswear, athleisure, footwear, and accessories for seasonal collections. Conducted market research on competitor products, emerging sports fashion trends, and customer demands. Monitored and tracked inventory levels to help identify best-selling items and make adjustments to reorders and stock allocations.
Internship Quality Development at Tchibo GmbH, Hamburg
February 29, 2016 - July 30, 2025Assisted the quality development team in evaluating and testing home textiles such as bedding, towels, and curtains to meet quality and safety standards. Conducted detailed material inspections focusing on strength, durability, colorfastness, shrinkage, and overall product performance. Participated in fabric and material testing to ensure softness, durability, and color retention after washing, providing valuable feedback to sourcing and product development teams.
Freelance Interior Designer at inteero GmbH
February 1, 2025 - PresentCollaborate with clients across the DACH region to redesign and enhance residential spaces including children’s rooms, living rooms, and bedrooms. Manage multiple projects simultaneously from initial consultation and concept development to final design delivery. Create detailed 3D visualizations using Homestyler to help clients better envision design concepts. Develop personalized mood boards and curated shopping lists to guide implementation. Provide tailored interior solutions reflecting client preferences, lifestyle, and budget.
CrossFit Coach & Personal Trainer at Self-employed
August 1, 2021 - PresentDeliver high-quality group and individual training sessions based on CrossFit methodologies to enhance clients' fitness and performance. Create and implement scalable workout plans suitable for all fitness levels, focusing on strength, conditioning, mobility, and endurance. Assess client abilities and progress, providing personalized guidance to achieve their goals while ensuring proper technique and safety. Foster a supportive and inclusive environment that motivates clients and builds community within the gym. Work closely with coaches and staff to maintain high standards in programming, client service, and gym operations.
Junior Buyer Urban Sports at KADEWE GmbH
October 31, 2024 - July 30, 2025Led the purchasing strategy for Urban Sports fashion and equipment across KaDeWe Group's flagship stores in Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and the online platform. Spearheaded buying strategy for men's and women's categories including athleisure, activewear, and accessories. Conducted extensive market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends. Built and maintained strong supplier relationships and negotiated favorable terms to enhance profit margins. Collaborated with marketing and merchandising teams to curate on-trend, brand-aligned product assortments. Monitored sales performance and adjusted purchasing strategies to optimize inventory levels and sell-through rates.
Developer Materials Apparel at Adidas AG
October 31, 2020 - July 30, 2025Developed technical fabrics, trims, and all-over-prints for Kids/Sportswear, activewear, performance, and lifestyle apparel collections, ensuring optimal functionality and aesthetic appeal. Collaborated with suppliers to source sustainable materials and technologies. Tested and evaluated fabrics for compliance with moisture-wicking, breathability, and abrasion resistance standards. Worked closely with design teams to align material choices with seasonal color palettes and brand aesthetics. Reduced lead times by optimizing sourcing strategies and streamlining global communication. Developed toolbox consolidation for upcoming seasons.
Sales Assistant at Nike
June 30, 2018 - July 30, 2025Delivered exceptional customer service assisting customers in product selection and information. Maintained in-depth knowledge of Nike footwear, apparel, and accessories to promote new collections and key product features including performance, fit, and sustainability. Met and exceeded individual and store sales targets through upselling and cross-selling. Collaborated with team members to restock shelves, organize displays, and maintain sales floor appearance. Supported promotional events and product launches. Participated in product training sessions to stay updated on innovations and marketing strategies.
Sales Assistant at H&M GmbH
January 31, 2019 - July 30, 2025Provided exceptional customer service by assisting shoppers in finding apparel, accessories, and products, enhancing their shopping experience. Maintained extensive knowledge of fashion trends, collections, and seasonal promotions to offer personalized recommendations. Met and exceeded sales targets through effective upselling and cross-selling. Assisted customers with fitting room services and provided sizing and style advice. Handled transactions, returns, and customer inquiries professionally.
Internship Buying at Triton Sport Consulting
August 31, 2017 - July 30, 2025Assisted buying team in selection and procurement of sportswear, athleisure, footwear, and accessories for seasonal collections to align with trends and customer preferences. Conducted market research on competitors and emerging fashion trends to inform buying decisions. Monitored and tracked inventory levels to identify best-selling items and adjust stock.
Internship Quality Development at Tchibo GmbH
February 29, 2016 - July 30, 2025Assisted quality development team in evaluating and testing home textiles including bedding, towels, and curtains to meet quality and safety standards. Performed detailed material inspections focusing on fabric strength, durability, colorfastness, shrinkage, and product performance. Participated in fabric and material testing to ensure softness, durability, and color retention after washing. Provided feedback to sourcing and product development teams.
Education
Master of Science at Swedish School of Textiles
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019Bachelor of Engineering at Reutlingen University
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016Master of Science at Swedish School of Textiles
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019Bachelor of Engineering at Reutlingen University
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016Qualifications
CrossFit Level 1
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Precision Nutrition Level 1
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021CrossFit Level 1
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Precision Nutrition Level 1
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Industry Experience
Retail, Consumer Goods, Professional Services
Different projects I have been working on in the past months: sleeping rooms, living rooms & childen’s room.
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