Manage Tech Design for Womens Denim and Athleisure/Activewear

Making development patterns for outerwear, pants and jeans.

Global Supply Chain Product SpecialistEstablished corporate standard blocks for fit consistency in Heritage brands Izod, Izod Golf, Van Heusen, Arrow, Bass & Timberland sport wear shirts,bottoms & jeansPartner with cross-functional teams on cost analysis and risk evaluation of new developmentsSimplified procedures to streamline workflow and eliminate redundant tasksSpearheaded the development of construction standards and educational videos for overseas hubsGenerated process for quick turn & full development packagesAnalyze market trends and lead regular comparative fits of competitors productTroubleshoot and solve any technical issues

Supervised the quality of patterns being released for Ann Klein, Kasper Sport and Nine West suit divisionsCreated petite styles using Gerber Accumark PDSFit petite samples with Technical DirectorMade pattern corrections or diagram them for overseas factoriesAssist in communicating comments with follow up with off shore counterparts

Manage the interpretation of design sketches into technical packagesOversee the quality of patterns being released from the sample roomResponsible for determining if new patterns had to be made or updated for the creation of upcoming seasons stylesProcess any repeat styles from previous seasonsComplete technical packages,sketch,measurement specification,sewing instructions and trim componentsCreate petite styles by method of scale down diagram, or make full patterns using Gerber PDS softwareFit petite samples, making correctionsFit & approve petite pre production samples for bulkReview samples and comment on fit, workmanship, construction and solve any technical issues working with overseas agentsHelped launch DKNY CITY & Kenneth Cole when their license was grouped with Dana Buchman division performing multiple roles simultaneously