Alan Lambert Email & Phone Number

New York, United States

Brooklyn, New York

* creating/visualising an idea and producing a design by hand or using computer-aided design (CAD);* keeping up to date with emerging fashion trends as well as general trends relating to fabrics, colours and shapes;* planning and developing ranges;* working with others in the design team, such as buyers and forecasters, to develop products to meet a brief;* liaising closely with sales, buying and production teams on an ongoing basis to ensure the item suits the customer, market and price points;* understanding design from a technical perspective, i.e. producing patterns, toiles and technical specifications for designs;* sourcing, selecting and buying fabrics, trims, fastenings and embellishments;* adapting existing designs for mass production;* developing a pattern that is cut and sewn into sample garments and supervising the creation of these, including fitting, detailing and adaptations;* overseeing production;* negotiating with customers and suppliers;* managing marketing, finances and other business activities.* Study fashion trends and anticipate designs that will appeal to consumers* Decide on a theme for a collection* Sketch designs of clothing, footwear. * Visit manufacturers or trade shows to get fabric samples* Select fabrics, embellishments, colors, or style for each garment or accessory* Work with other designers or team members to create a prototype design* Present design ideas to the creative director or showcase them in fashion or trade shows* Market designs to clothing retailers or directly to consumersOversee the final production of their designs

• Assist designers in product development of right lines in all stages, including (but not limited to) market research, trend presentations, and sourcing all raw materials • Developed the line of color and various materials for team meeting• Conferred with sales and management executives in order to discuss design ideas according to predetermined style plans, sales needs and emerging trends • Ensure that product development logs, line sheets, inspiration boards, and design archives library are accurate and updated regularly • Communicate regularly with sourcing to update and share information on line development • Create technical packs which include detailed sketches, fabric and garment construction, and pattern and graphic placement, to be used in building seasonal collection • Sketched rough and detailed drawings of apparel or accessories and writing specifications such as color schemes, construction, material types and accessory requirements aided design (CAD)• Worked closely with the design team and buyers to discuss seasonal products• Examined sample garments on and off models; then modified designs to achieved desired effects• Sketched patterns for articles designed, then cut patterns and material to patterns• Visited textile showroom to keep up to date on the latest fabrics• Worked on designing sneaker line for youth apparel• Directed and coordinated workers involved in drawing and cutting patterns to construct samples or finished garments

Greater New York City Area

• Select Fabric, designs and coordination of clothing for clients• Organize local fashion shows, runways for women’s and men’s clothing line• Assist clients in developing new trends and designs as per the latest fashion requirements• Estimate the needs and requirement of customers when purchasing clothing• Provide closet organization for clients• Active in purchasing new or used clothing as well as accessories to complete client image• Act as an image consultant for clients who are preparing for weddings, modeling on photoshoots• Manage hectic calendars for new and perspective clients • Set prices for styles, develop the line of color and kinds of material for client review• Provide sample garments to agents and sales representatives and arrange for showing of sample garments at sales meetings, clients and fashion shows

New York, New York

assist customers in trying on shoes and how to differentiate between product lines.Brand merchandising Maintaining selling floor presentations, and restocking them as neededLearning Macy's systems and procedures to enhance selling efficiencies and complete support dutiesAchieved personal sales goals and Star Reward goalsknowledgeable of and perform sales support functions product knowledge by attending training classes in order to communicate it to the customer

New York, New York

• Maintained strong relationships with Distributions Services and Transportation Department for our fabrics inventory• Collaborated with cross functional teams including Planning, Creative, Technology, Marketing and Finance division concerning new fabrics• Assisted Associated Buyer in negotiating buying terms with vendors (price, quantity, delivery terms)• Assisted Senior Buyer with reconciling discrepancies related to Purchase Orders as well as shipping and receiving• Created weekly competitor analysis and feedback to the team• Developed a point of view about product assortment and business opportunities• Established and maintained vendor relationship, updated as well as maintained vendor matrix• Managed merchandise re-orders• Monitored receipt flow, operations and store issues• Served as the point person for troubleshooting sales/vendor issues such as short shipments, late delivery and damaged goods