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Entrepreneurial spirit and 15+ years of experience running a contract manufacturing organization that includes-Sourcing, Product Development, Merchandising, Logistics, Data Analyzing and Production for all types of apparel products, accessories and consumer goods. Certified Project Manager overseeing complex projects, in multiple countries, consecutively.This experience includes:*Knowledge of every step of the concept to store shelf process from design to sample… Show more Entrepreneurial spirit and 15+ years of experience running a contract manufacturing organization that includes-Sourcing, Product Development, Merchandising, Logistics, Data Analyzing and Production for all types of apparel products, accessories and consumer goods. Certified Project Manager overseeing complex projects, in multiple countries, consecutively.This experience includes:*Knowledge of every step of the concept to store shelf process from design to sample construction, compliance to logistics, planogramming to production and financing to finished products.*Use of technology and networking to manage and find the best, most cost effective factories to produce products on budget, on schedule and to our own and customer’s specifications.*Collaborative team building to ensure every facet of the supply chain process is properly staffed and working towards a common goal.*Attending worldwide trade shows to find the latest products, packaging concepts and / or better vendors.*Extensive network of factory owners, testing lab personnel and industry professionals to help me succeed with the objectives of our organization.*Successful experience with major chain retailers supplying full ranges of apparel and accessories.*Create all processes and procedures for sourcing and production of successful apparel and accessory lines. *Developed tariff engineering program that reduced duties on all products an average of 8%.*Taught and enacted “First Sale Rule” to our customers, saving them on average $100,000 annually. Show less

Sourced and arranged manufacturing for a wide range of apparel products such as intimate wear, swimwear, children's wear, sportswear, footwear and headwear. Performed all overseas and domestic buying functions for wholesale and retail consumer goods divisions. Sourced and developed full product lines such as pet supplies, kitchen gadgets, auto accessories, infant accessories, stationary and electronic and plastic toys. Purchased raw materials and packaging materials. Developed export and… Show more Sourced and arranged manufacturing for a wide range of apparel products such as intimate wear, swimwear, children's wear, sportswear, footwear and headwear. Performed all overseas and domestic buying functions for wholesale and retail consumer goods divisions. Sourced and developed full product lines such as pet supplies, kitchen gadgets, auto accessories, infant accessories, stationary and electronic and plastic toys. Purchased raw materials and packaging materials. Developed export and direct import sales. Established overseas agencies. Supervised staff of eight. Increased profitability through: · Renegotiation of pricing resulting in an average 25% reduction in costs for entire line· Reevaluation of usage to reduce purchases and create additional inventory turns · Implementation of delivery guidelines for vendors cutting average lead-times from 75 to 55 days Show less

Administered overseas buying department specializing in all types of Halloween costumes and specialty garments. Managed foreign currency accounts. Opened and negotiated import and export Letters of Credit. Ensured compliance with U.S. Customs, CPSC, and other government regulations. Analyzed sales and inventory reports. Oversaw issuance of purchase orders. Monitored department expenditures. Supervised staff of four.

Certified Project Manager, Project Management, Certification

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Political Science / International Relations

International Trade Finance

I studied Trade Finance and Export/Import operations.

International Relations / Political Science And French Language

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