Olivia Littell Email & Phone Number

Northfield, Vermont, United States

In this role I embody the core value of continuous improvement, driving innovation and the development of future products and machine capabilities. I work closely with the Design and Development Team, addressing issues, bringing new ideas to life, and ensuring product excellence through meticulous testing and iteration. Additionally, I actively support manufacturing efficiency, optimize machine performance, and facilitate the integration of new materials while upholding sustainability standards. With a proactive and adaptable approach, I navigate multiple projects and timelines to meet the dynamic needs of the company and the seasonal calendar. • Decreased fit-related customer complaints and improved manufacturing defects by 10% through reconstructing and developing socks with fit issues and material quality, working directly on machines to create production-friendly products.• Increased sustainable material usage through thorough testing and successful incorporation of materials such as Recycled Nylon, RWS wool, Eco Theromolite, and Eco Coolmax into product lines, ensuring durability, and shrinkage control. Cultivated vendor relationships and ensured all necessary documents and certifications were up to date.• Contributed to strategic growth – and market positioning by running special projects in collaboration with the CEO of DT, translating his vision into actionable initiatives.• Ensured timely delivery of all future-forward development – of inline and new products, by effectively managing multiple calendars, meeting project milestones, and aligning with business objectives.

Northfield, Vermont, United States

I managed the creation and development of seasonal designs by preparing detailed technical packages and conducted weekly fit sessions. I worked directly on the mill floor and specialized in rapid manufacturing, allowing for on-the-fly adjustments to meet production needs. I ensured accuracy of specifications and bills of materials (BOMs) as designs moved from development to the production floor. Additionally, I collaborated closely with cross-functional partners, including the Quality Control department and Supply Chain team, to troubleshoot material and quality concerns. Throughout the design and development process, I successfully produced small batch special makeup orders for select clients on an annual basis.• Promoted to Innovation Developer – After demonstrating proficiency in product development and achieving outstanding results this new position at Darn Tough was created for me.• Improved product development cycle time while also decreasing design revisions by 10% through managing seasonal development for half of all manufacturing lines, by maintaining detailed tech packs, leading fit sessions, and communicating changes effectively.• Increased product variety and received positive feedback from the Design Manager by generating new designs and colorwork within the season brief as a part-time designer.• Special Make Up (SMU) orders – which contributed to a 25% revenue growth from private client partnerships by serving as an SMU developer for clients such as Orvis, Lenny's, and OGE.• Reduced waste by in raw material procurement – through cross-partner conversations and leading product development for deadstock products, effectively addressing inventory issues.

Wymesworld, Loughbrough Uk

I managed the company’s domestic and international wholesale yarn sales, establishing partnerships with mills and manufacturers sites to provide sourcing to regional customers. I provided consultations to designers and clients, advising them on suitable yarn qualities and prices for their respective markets. Additionally, I diligently maintained the yarn room, staying updated on collections, swatches, care instructions, and price lists from international spinners for both current and past seasons. I also played a crucial role in assisting the knitwear garment technical department, compiling information for technical workbooks, and conducting sample measurements, quality control for gold label approvals, and attending fit sessions with clients and senior garment technicians.• Piloted an organization system – for up-to-date swatch collections, care instructions, and price lists for all knitwear products, resulting in improved efficiency with a 40% reduction in time spent searching for relevant information.• Attained a 15% cost savings – on wholesale procurement while ensuring high-quality standards and meeting production timelines.• Created a comprehensive technical workbook – for current products, benefiting clients such as Tesco, M&CO, and Boden, leading to a 30% improvement in overall project efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Slaithwaite U.K.

I facilitated the production and delivery of high-performance made to measure merino shirts. I oversaw the daily operations and fabrication and performed quality checks on the final product. I focused on maintaining consistent and timely deliveries of all four of the different merino and moleskin materials for production through vendor management and supplier partnership. • Reduced color inconsistencies by 21% – through the successful implementation of a color correction process for production materials, ensuring consistent visual weave across all assembled products.• Achieved a 32% decrease in order errors – by streamlining the finished goods inventory system and improving the storage traceability through cataloguing. • Increased on-time deliveries by 50% - by creating and implementing a piece flow management process with our inhouse seamstress to support the production of our garment.Knit accessory development and production: CAD flats, spec sheets, factory liaison.

Snoqualmie Pass Wa

Spearheaded the revival and development of the Nordic department and lodge.Managed five-person crew while overseeing daily operations of Nordic rental shop, customer service, and ski school.Developed and implemented S.O.P’s and training manuals for point of sales mountain wide for the rental department and ski school.Liaison between three different departments.Point person for private ski/snowboarding lesson bookings; maintaining and organizing lessons schedule across four base areas and over 100 instructors.Performed end of season audits for ski lessons to calculate profit margins for the ski school.

Bellevue Washionton

Responsible for teaching children ages ranging from 6-13 how to knit, crochet, sew, and explore creative ways to work with fibers. Organizing and designing age appropriate projects that kept children entertained and allowed inspiration for future projects, while running a knit/sewing studio.

New York City/ Washiongton D.C

Worked with designer to choose colors, prints, and materials for the 2008 resort season. Communicated with material manufacturers overseas. Worked with pattern makers and seamstresses to finalize silhouettes and finishing details. Designed and created look books for retailers and trunk shows. Represented company at trunk shows.