Alexandre Besson Email & Phone Number

Hong Kong

Hong Kong, Hong Kong Sar

Impactified is offering Growth & Scale-Up facilitating tools to empower business owners. With over two decades of expertise, we provide One to One Leadership Programs and Workshops to help you and your team enhance your business.🚀Empower Your Business Journey in Asia Pacific 🌏 | Transform with Alexandre BessonEmbark on a transformative business journey with Alexandre Besson, your dedicated business facilitator who bridges the gap between East and West with his unique blend of… Show more Impactified is offering Growth & Scale-Up facilitating tools to empower business owners. With over two decades of expertise, we provide One to One Leadership Programs and Workshops to help you and your team enhance your business.🚀Empower Your Business Journey in Asia Pacific 🌏 | Transform with Alexandre BessonEmbark on a transformative business journey with Alexandre Besson, your dedicated business facilitator who bridges the gap between East and West with his unique blend of cultural management skills, provocative thinking, and a profound understanding of operations. Alexandre's philosophy is simple: With an inspiring vision, tailored strategies, process automation, and a team-oriented approach, every leader can excel, overcome challenges, and drive their business to operational excellence. It's not just about reaching goals—it's about crafting a journey of growth and empowerment with Alexandre guiding every step.🎭 Alexandre's Expertise Unveiled:🛋️ Cultural Bridge: Navigating the complexities of Western and Asian business practices, Alexandre is your guide in merging the best of both worlds.📚 Strategy Architect: From his beginnings as a Product Developer to a visionary business leader, he empowers you with the tools to transform your vision into reality.🤝 Process Innovator: When you seek efficiency—look no further. Alexandre's knack for process automation and strategic planning is your competitive edge.👥 Empowering Leader: With a kind and yet direct approach, Alexandre fosters trust, encourages provocative thinking, and ensures your team's success with minimal oversight.Dive into a journey of strategic growth and cultural harmony with Alexandre Besson. Let's unlock the potential of your business together! Show less

Kowloon, Hong Kong

As the Chief Operations Officer at Close to Clothes, a Paris-based trims company with offices in Hong Kong and Mainland China, I led the company to operational excellence. We achieving a $10M USD turnover, serving 200+ brands, and producing over 100M labels annually. I was managing 18 Staffs across all departments on a daily basis.To tackle quality and delivery challenges, I initiated a Design Thinking workshop, resulting in a robust middle management team and well-structured processes.… Show more As the Chief Operations Officer at Close to Clothes, a Paris-based trims company with offices in Hong Kong and Mainland China, I led the company to operational excellence. We achieving a $10M USD turnover, serving 200+ brands, and producing over 100M labels annually. I was managing 18 Staffs across all departments on a daily basis.To tackle quality and delivery challenges, I initiated a Design Thinking workshop, resulting in a robust middle management team and well-structured processes. Consequently, we reduced overtime by 70%, stabilized staff turnover, addressed customer complaints within 48 hours, achieved a 98.9% quality rate, and grew the business by 25-30% YoY.I revamped the customer service team in response to late deliveries and quality issues, selecting individuals with the right mindset to lead. After reviewing procedures and implementing KPIs, we processed 550+ orders/month, achieved a 97% on-time delivery rate, provided monthly stock updates, and resolved complaints within 48 hours max, fostering a more efficient and productive work environment.For product development, I meticulously planned each project to prevent production issues and promoted a suitable candidate to lead. With updated processes and monitoring tools, our team managed 780+ annual developments, submitted 99% of price offers within five days, and shipped 92% of samples within three weeksOn the Marketing side, I developed 12 Trims Collections annually, supporting sales with over 126 products, aligning with market trends and ensuring timely sample preparation for key events. This demonstrated our commitment to quality and customer needs.Regarding Procurement, to address an unbalanced supplier network, I restructured it by selecting 20 key suppliers and introducing a reservation system, optimizing production and stock management. This strategy led to 12-16% savings on purchases, improved service quality to 98%, reduced delivery times, and established 60-day payment terms. Show less

Kowloon, Hong Kong

As the founder and head of design at Paroksysm Limited, a Design & Development Consultancy Firm, I provided a range of services such as trend research, mood boards, sourcing, product design, graphics and development, catering to clients in the US, Europe, and Asia. We generated a turnover of $160,000 USD and serviced five clients within the garment industry.In order to help a Trims Company differentiate themselves in a saturated textile market, I identified specific product categories… Show more As the founder and head of design at Paroksysm Limited, a Design & Development Consultancy Firm, I provided a range of services such as trend research, mood boards, sourcing, product design, graphics and development, catering to clients in the US, Europe, and Asia. We generated a turnover of $160,000 USD and serviced five clients within the garment industry.In order to help a Trims Company differentiate themselves in a saturated textile market, I identified specific product categories, materials, design logos and graphics to create lines of samples targeting different market segments. My guidance led to 18-20 collections annually, comprising over 250 products and contributing to a 30% yearly growth in our clients' businesses.For a Denim Manufacturer, I expanded their product offerings by designing additional complementary product categories, including jeans, jackets, shirts, and blouses. I designed over 200 products across 15 programs annually as well as fabric prints and embroidery ornaments seamlessly integrating into their current offerings creating opportunities for growth and increased revenue.Understanding the ever-evolving needs of brands for innovation, I supported buying offices and clients in their quest for new fabrics, trims, and makers, providing clear trend direction and considering critical elements like composition, appearance, target pricing, stock availability, lead time, payment terms, and certifications. This ensured continuous growth and success for our clients in a competitive market. Show less

Greater Jakarta Area, Indonesia

As Brand Manager for Sophie Paris, an Indonesian fast-fashion company, I played a crucial role in driving growth. With a multi-level marketing business model, the company achieved a $120M USD annual turnover selling clothing and accessories via mail order in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. I was in charge of a team of 15 people (Designers, Product Developers and Merchandisers)To increase sales through additional catalogs, I reorganized the workflow, RASCI matrix, approval… Show more As Brand Manager for Sophie Paris, an Indonesian fast-fashion company, I played a crucial role in driving growth. With a multi-level marketing business model, the company achieved a $120M USD annual turnover selling clothing and accessories via mail order in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. I was in charge of a team of 15 people (Designers, Product Developers and Merchandisers)To increase sales through additional catalogs, I reorganized the workflow, RASCI matrix, approval process, and schedules for different teams, enabling a seamless transition from 6 to 8 catalogs per year. We designed and developed 150 new references every six weeks, significantly contributing to the company's growth.Utilizing my merchandising skills, I analyzed data from catalogs, identified product fatigue, and channeling issues. Restructuring product offerings and consolidating volumes across three main categories allowed us to negotiate better purchase prices and led to an 16% increase in turnover while maintaining the same number of units sold.In order to assist the design team in generating 150 new designs every six weeks, I translated the Design Director's guidance for each product line and category into concise briefs, considering market trends three catalogs in advance. This forward-thinking approach to product design enabled the team to effectively accomplish their assignments, ensuring our brand maintained a competitive edge in the industry. Show less

Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

As a Design & Development Manager for Blue Factory, a garment trading company specializing in knitwear, I played an integrated role in expanding the business. We achieved a turnover of $12M USD while servicing 10 clients mainly in the US market.To establish the company's reputation among high-end retailers and secure stable volumes, I developed a line of essential knitwear for men, designing 10-12 new references monthly, customised with different colors and yarn qualities to suit… Show more As a Design & Development Manager for Blue Factory, a garment trading company specializing in knitwear, I played an integrated role in expanding the business. We achieved a turnover of $12M USD while servicing 10 clients mainly in the US market.To establish the company's reputation among high-end retailers and secure stable volumes, I developed a line of essential knitwear for men, designing 10-12 new references monthly, customised with different colors and yarn qualities to suit various seasons.As a key contributor to Indigo Knits' development, I led the creation of cutting-edge wash and finish concepts, using techniques such as laser, print, stone, and enzyme wash. My team and I created 25-30 new concepts monthly, showcasing our company's commitment to delivering the latest fashion trends in term of treatments.To stay ahead of the competition and drive business growth, I proactively engaged with brand design teams, providing them with innovative options. I curated a comprehensive fabric library of 250-300 knit references, updated quarterly and segmented into market categories with varying price points. Show less

Rue De La Victoire, Paris

I was enrolled as a Product Manager at Marithe + François Girbaud, a prestigious denim fashion brand generating a 200 million USD turnover after my internship. Our products were manufactured in Italy and sold worldwide in countries like Japan, the Philippines, the USA, and South America. During these four years, I focused on denim product development, wash design, and product fitting. I successfully developed the contemporary Legend Line by sourcing Turkish denim and manufacturing in… Show more I was enrolled as a Product Manager at Marithe + François Girbaud, a prestigious denim fashion brand generating a 200 million USD turnover after my internship. Our products were manufactured in Italy and sold worldwide in countries like Japan, the Philippines, the USA, and South America. During these four years, I focused on denim product development, wash design, and product fitting. I successfully developed the contemporary Legend Line by sourcing Turkish denim and manufacturing in North Africa, leading to 2 million Euros in sales within 36 months. I collaborated with Jeanologia to develop innovative, sustainable wash techniques like Laser and Ozone methods, creating 16 unique wash concepts for the men's collection. Five of these were showcased at the prestigious Pitti Uomo fashion event.Assisting Francois Girbaud during fitting sessions, I've measured and corrected over 250 products per season, collaborating with pattern makers and designing tech packs to ensure optimal fit. This is crucial in the Jeanswear market, where poorly fitting products won't sell especially when women account for over 75% of textile purchases. I’ve learned a lot and take pride in contributing to the success of this iconic brand. Show less

Master 1 / Responsable De La Gestion Industrielle Et Economique Des Entreprises De L'Habillement, Marketing, Gestion De Production, Qualite, Gestion, Negociation, Anglais, Technologie Des Matières

MBA in textile industry

Stylist - Modelist, Fashion/Apparel Design

Fashion Design / Pattern Making

Graphic Design

Preparatory Year