Christina Chen Email & Phone Number

Oakland, Ca, Us

Men's Apparel Product Development

San Francisco, California, United States

Stitch Fix Kids-Owned Private Brands- Oversaw and managed all PD aspects for Stitch Fix Kids apparel for owned private label brands during Merch strategy transition period. Owned product decisions/approvals, collaborated on counter sourcing strategies and created product assortment options to complete utilization of all fabric balances/liabilities.- Collaborated and communicated daily with buyers and vendors to anticipate and proactively drive contingency plans for monthly chase and receipt shifts.- Kids PD lead for sustainability including tracking, goal setting and competency.- Analyzed and assessed sourcing strategies and vendor placements to evaluate vendor partner growth/maintain/decline, focusing on quality, margin, capabilities, innovation, lead times/flexibility, and sustainability.

San Francisco Bay Area

Senior L&D Manager for the Rotational Management Program (RMP)- a 9 month rotational interdisciplinary leadership training program for top entry level talent launching careers in business development.• Created curriculum plans and managed the education/training material development, design and enhancements based on business needs in Production, Merchandising and Planning. Coached all internal business partner trainers/facilitators.• Facilitated classroom based Production training, orientation week sessions, skill based & creative workshops, recruiting info sessions, and business roundtables.• Identified and engaged senior leaders/sponsors/executives to lead learning events, facilitate feedback sessions and Q&A with trainees, and created the topics and speaking points.• Coached and counseled trainees and their Managers and Buddies throughout the program and during their final job placement process.

San Francisco, Ca

• Facilitated multiple cross functional and cross brand team sessions to define, create and optimize supply chain processes- specifically for enhancements within the PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) tool.• Created change management materials, memos and internal communication for scheduled enhancement rollouts, sunsetting and troubleshooting.

San Francisco, Ca

- Extensive knowledge in garment construction, knit and woven fabrications, denim dry/wash processes, outerwear, technical fabrications for active/performance wear, sweater yarns and construction, trim development and various accessories (cold weather, shoes, belts, furnishings, lounge). • Experienced in costing process including cost components/breakdown, cost estimates, negotiations, cost engineering, cost options, fabric platforming, duty savings and cost of goods analysis. • Reported out and presented to cross functional partners and heads of businesses department seasonal cost analysis and key challenges by category each development season.• Influenced decisions with recommendations to reach resolution while ensuring product aesthetic, quality, sourcing and financial goals are met.• Engaged daily in creative and collaborative problem solving related to fluctuations in business performance, quality obstacles, production issues/delays, raw material cost challenges, government duty/tariff policies.• Collaborated and communicated daily with sourcing hubs, vendors and business partners to anticipate any challenges and needs to proactively consider contingency plans to mitigate impact. • Analyzed and assessed sourcing strategy and vendor placement to evaluate vendor partner growth/maintain/decline for quality, margin, capabilities, innovation, lead times, flexibility and compliance. • Extensive international travel to work directly with vendors on sourcing, product development, cost negotiations, monitor seasonal production, understand garment operations, ensure social responsibility adherence, assess for future business and maintain positive relationships.2.5 years managing a team of three direct reports2 years managing a team of four direct reports.

San Francisco, Ca

Gap Adult North AmericaMen's Knits complex management: knits, graphic tees, activeWomen's Active product category

San Francisco Bay Area

Old Navy Boys Active, Knits, Graphic Tees product categoriesOld Navy Mens- Knits & Sweaters product categories (production & pre-production development)

San Francisco Bay Area

Old Navy Boys Knits/Graphic Tees product category

San Francisco Bay Area

Retail Management Program Trainee- 6 1/2 month corporate rotational leadership training program. Rotated throughout several functional areas including- in store/field work, Planning, Production, Merchandising. • Completed in depth rotations within three core business functions- Production, Planning and Merchandising at Old Navy. Rotation requirements included an in-store rotation, special projects that directly influenced the business and presentations with senior management.• Learned how the product lifecycle works and how customers engage with our brands online and in store.• Developed general management leadership skills and proficiencies from rotation managers/buddies to coach and counsel throughout the process.• Promoted to Assistant Manager, Production upon successful completion and graduation.

Lengnau, Switzerland

First international intern accepted to this company- a manufacturing and distribution company of high-quality, all natural Swiss herb throat drops, gourmet candies and other products (www.domaco.com).Rotated through every function over 3 months: production (manufacturing and packaging), logistics/shipping, product/brand management (marketing), purchasing, operations management, admin support, private label projects (specifically for US market), sales promotions, and quality control.Enrolled & completed accelerated German language courses

Gap Adult Store, Hillsdale Mall- San Mateo, Ca

In store customer service representative. Selected for employee specialist program trainer. Focus: cash wrap and registers training

B.S., Business Administration- Concentration In Marketing

Activities and Societies: Dean’s Honors List, Officer and Marketing Coordinator for ASI (Student Government) Concerts and Events.

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Course completed: ILRSM511 — Negotiating Support and Buy-In for Your Agenda