Debra Miller Email & Phone Number

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

•Led design and merchandising strategies for wholesale Men's apparel businesses for multiple brands including Oxford, Duck Head, and Cole Haan. •Responsible for developing innovative product consistent with brand and business objectives across several product categories and channels of distribution.•Directed team on all aspects of design and product development from concept to merchandise delivery of 350+ skus seasonally.•Analyzed trends and led market research to identify opportunities in the competitive landscape.•Partnered with startup companies on design, sourcing and production of their product assortments to bring merchandise to market.•Accountable for time and action calendar, line plans, sample budgets, pricing and achieving margin goals.

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

•Managed private brand strategy and execution for Young Men's and Athletic Apparel.•Conducted competitive analysis to drive category and market share leadership.•Monitored brand performance to identify and capitalize on new development opportunities.•Led cross functional meetings to devise strategies, resolve issues and ensure timely brand decision making.•Collaborated with marketing team to align packaging and labeling with brand guidelines.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

•Directed design and brand development for wholesale golf apparel business. •Supervised team of merchandisers and designers to execute development and delivery of multiple brand product lines, as well as managed relationships with overseas teams and vendors in Asia.•Provided direction and inspiration for design team on development of seasonal concepts including colors, fabrications, and silhouettes.•Analyzed trends and researched new opportunities to maximize golf business and maintain leadership role in product.•Collaborated with sourcing, sales, planning and quality control teams to reach short and long term product goals.•Partnered with sales management to deliver seasonal product presentations to potential new accounts and existing customers as well as create seasonal sku plans and pricing strategies.•Maintained synergy throughout brand portfolio across multiple channels of distribution at all price points.•Interfaced with domestic and international licensees to ensure a unified brand image.•Managed product launches for exclusive and private label programs with Fortune 500 retailers.•Awarded Perry Ellis International Outstanding Performer - Design Merit in 2007.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

•Oversaw development of golf inspired lifestyle collections for multiple distribution channels, driving creative process from inception to production.•Reviewed specifications and interfaced with technical design team.•Researched global fashion trends and sourced new technical fabrics that revamped business.•Headed projects for 300+ products seasonally, ensuring on-time sample completion for sales force customer presentations.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

•Steered line development of PING® and Grand Slam® brands.•Shopped domestically and internationally for trends and styling•Prepared product packages and presentations.•Monitored execution of spec development, collaborative fit sessions and technical design•Approved all garment components for sampling and production•Awarded Perry Ellis International Outstanding Performer - Design Merit in 1998.

Greater New York City Area

Greater New York City Area