Liz Leavitt Email & Phone Number

New York, NY, US

New York, New York, United States

I am an apparel industry leader with proven success in global sourcing for big and small sized companies. Extensive experience in Asia, India, Europe, and the United States. Known for building strong partnerships with overseas vendors resulting in cost reductions, on-time delivery, and outstanding quality. A collaborative partner to merchandising and.

Greater New York City Area

Greater New York City Area

http://www.stateless.nyc/about/

Greater New York City Area

• Partnered with Design, Fabric, and Print/Pattern on brand product; focusing on meeting company aesthetic, quality, and margin objectives
• Demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of the Product development process and timeline as it related to the internal and external CFT needs of Talbot’s. Strategically evolved process as needed to support business.
• Worked closely with Sourcing team to drive allocation process to… Show more
• Worked closely with Sourcing team to drive allocation process to ensure low risk, high quality product while meeting global Sourcing strategy
• Managed seasonal Design and Development calendar allowing sufficient time for design process and sample delivery; approximately 3500 samples per season
• Responsible for Seasonal Color Development from creative process through bulk production Show less

Greater New York City Area

• Led global product development/production organization and positioned business for growth
• Delivered quality product on time that met or exceeded corporate financial objectives
• Drove production allocations process to assure low risk, high quality product while meeting long term global sourcing strategy.
• Strong relationships with cross functional leaders in finance, design, and merchandising
• Directed strategy for all components of finished goods and negotiations and any… Show more
• Directed strategy for all components of finished goods and negotiations and any factory chargebacks

• Consistently met or exceeded seasonal IMU expectations; most profitable in the company.
• Led migrating sourcing base from China to other countries to reduce risk and achieve better costs.
• Realigned Raw Material strategy to reduce cycle production time
• Spearheaded Vendor Empowerment Project. Projected savings – $1M over 3 years.
• Chased over one million units of product for immediate delivery for an opening of 41 additional stores for the channel.

Successfully helped launch new division for Ann Inc, Loft Outlet Stores in July, 2008. Ten Store start-up in 2008, biggest growth vehicle at Ann Inc.

Oversaw the production and product development of the refined area (sportswear and dresses) for LOFT - over 500 stores in the United States and Canada.

Manager and Director for various depts...Launched infants, toddlers, boys 8-20, girls 7-14Managed Knits for Juniors, young mens, and women (petite, missy, and large sizing)