Resume

PRODUCT SPECIALIST CONTRACTOR

DECEMBER 2022 - PRESENT

  • BORN PRIMITIVE | YUGA LABS | PLEASING, BY HARRY STYLES | RENGGLI, BY MORGAN STEWART | ENCHANTÉ, BY DANIEL RICCIARDO | SENIOR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

    • Managed end-to-end product development for a major activewear brand, Web3 company, and 3 celebrity founded brands - excelling in time-management and high-volume operations in a start-up environment.

    • Demonstrated a passionate ownership mindset, consistently delivering complete and thorough work in line with brand values.

    • Developed tech-pack, cost sheets, WIP, and organizational tools for cross-functional partners to track product life cycle.

    • Owned costing, calculating total material costs and cut-and-sew quotes, optimizing profit margins, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

    • Created and delivered weekly product status presentations, fostering cross-functional collaboration by providing partners with a comprehensive overview of project milestones, potential challenges, and emerging opportunities, contributing to informed and strategic business decisions.

    • Sourced and vetted new suppliers that met rigorous sustainability requirements for special projects.

    • Facilitated communication with mills, factories, wash houses, and trim suppliers on product development and production.

    • Reviewed and approved lab-dips, strike-offs, and samples ensuring market readiness and on-time delivery.

    • Established and enforced a Time and Action Calendar based on desired launch.

    • Promptly resolved all development and production related issues.

  • 1ST DIBS & CHAIRISH | HOME GOODS BUYER AND SENIOR MERCHANDISER

    • Analyzed sales reports and current trends, curated a compelling assortment.

    • Conducted domestic and international market research, identifying chase opportunities.

    • Established MRSP based on wholesale costs, trade discounts, reserve prices, and target margins.

    • Served as the liaison between wholesale retail partners, buyers, and production to transpose product information

    • Managed a weekly average of 100 inquiries, providing product details to accounts and consumers.

ALO YOGA | DESIGN OPERATIONS MANAGER

MARCH 2022 - JANUARY 2023

  • Spearheaded the creation and implementation of streamlined processes, ensuring the efficient progression of design projects and timely deliveries of key milestones.

  • Oversaw the Design Team’s calendar and project deadlines, orchestrating seamless coordination and reporting progress to the Creative Director for strategic alignment.

  • Orchestrated seasonal design reviews by curating comprehensive presentation decks, encompassing materials, mood-boards, technical flats, and design process videos. Presented these decks to the owner/CEO, contributing to informed decision-making.

  • Functioned as a pivotal point of contact between the Design VP and other department heads, facilitating critical product meetings and ensuring cohesive collaboration across departments.

  • Authored comprehensive meeting summaries, delineating actions items, objectives, and goals. Effectively delegated tasks to appropriate team members, ensuring clarity and accountability.

  • Managed the onboarding process for new hires, fostering a smooth assimilation into the team. Developed the assistant design team to provide robust support to senior designers, optimizing overall team efficiency.

  • Implemented a systematic approach to organize all design assets into digital files, maintaining meticulous organization within the shared Cloud drive for easy accessibility and collaboration among team members.

DARC SPORT | PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

SEPTEMBER 2020 - MARCH 2022

  • Leveraged advanced organizational and project management skills to streamline workflows, ensuring seamless coordination among cross-functional teams, optimizing efficiency.

  • Directed the development and production of numerous collections, managing 500-1000 skus concurrently, showcasing adept management of high-volume operations.

  • Employed strategic planning to optimize production timelines, minimize bottlenecks, and maintain quality standards throughout the development and production process. 

  • Outlined detailed Project Plans, ensuring timely completion of monthly collections and submission of deliverables to cross-functional partners. 

  • Managed costs effectively, negotiating exclusivity on proprietary fabrics, contributing to cost savings and innovative product development.

  • Explored alternative solutions to deliver profitable, high-quality goods, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills.

  • Created and implemented operational processes to track samples and record key moments in the lifecycle of a product.

  • Led weekly garment fittings and communicated changes to suppliers and cross functional teams, ensuring clarity and consistency.

  • Contributed to a respectful and inclusive team environment by hiring new diverse talent.

  • Led my team to success by enhancing operational efficiency and accelerating time-to-market, enabling the business to stay agile and responsive to evolving market trends.

BIANCA BALTI COLLECTION | PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

NOVEMBER 2017 - JANUARY 2021

  • Pioneered the creation and launch of a luxury women’s ready-to-wear collection, earning coveted features in Vogue and successfully debuting during Milan Fashion Week.

  • Established an intricate asset management system for digital files, documents, and a comprehensive product inventory system, showcasing meticulous attention to detail.

  • Independently translated designs into detailed tech-packs and line-sheets, demonstrating self-taught skills and a proactive approach to project management.

  • Successfully sourced and forged lasting partnerships with sustainable manufacturers in Los Angeles, showcasing a self-driven commitment to ethical business practices.

  • Led fittings and collaborated with pattern makers to resolve fit challenges without compromising the integrity of the design aesthetic, highlighting a hands-on and detail-oriented approach.

  • Personally developed the store website using Shopify, showcasing a mastery of self-taught coding skills and the ability to customize webpages to align with brand identity.

  • Took charge of all aspects of social media content creation, including ad generation and weekly newsletters, illustrating a multi-faceted skill set and self-management capabilities.

  • Orchestrated seamless photoshoots, including product photography and the meticulous editing of product photos for the website, emphasizing a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end business process.

COLOSSEUM ATHLETICS | ASSISTANT DESIGNER

OCTOBER 2016 - NOVEMBER 2017

  • Developed seasonal concepts and contributed original designs that met market needs

  • Created flats, line-sheets, and tech-packs for line review and product development

  • Communicated daily with overseas factories, reviewed and approved lab-dips, strike-offs, fabric quality, and trims

BCBG MAX AZRIA | ASSISTANT PRODUCTION PATTERN MAKER

SEPTEMBER 2015 - OCTOBER 2016

  • Communicated daily with Runway and Soft-Woven teams to select best fabric and trim substitutions for production samples; created Cut-Tickets, updated Design & Costs pages, created sewing instructions, and measurement specs.

  • Participated in daily fittings with Creative Director, and Director of Technical Design to perfect final product

  • Digitized paper patterns for Marking and Grading