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Torrance, Ca.

Manage Domestic & Import Production for two Major DivisionsWork Closely with sales force to forecast and execute planned SKU for multiple account needsNegotiate, allocate, and place all production needs in timely matter to meet In-House datesCollaborate and aid in development efforts with design team in order to expedite production.Manage and track all aspects of full cycle Time & Action Calendar for Domestic & ImportEffective daily correspondence with all makers, suppliers & vendors to ensure product deliver

Strategized and planned the full infrastructure of the Import Production DepartmentInitiate all outsourced manufacturing, agents, freight forwarders, suppliers & vendors.Manage all Imports processes and procedures to ensure direct flow with corporate functions.Worked closely with Design Team, & Technical Designers to execute proper development packages through agents/factories.Review and analyze all costing information in details throughout development and production.Worked directly with Freight Forwarders & Brokers in order to clear US Customs in timely matter.Established a well experienced staffing to ensure on-time delivery without jeopardizing the integrity & quality of the productWell experienced in International Labor Compliance, and all necessary means of compliance management including WRAP & SA8000 certificationGreat Knowledge in Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), Quota Categories, and Visa.Planned & collaborated on Corporate Calendar for Domestic & Import manufacturing.

Import Production ManagerCommunicate on daily basis with overseas agents.Follow up on production status & ensure on time delivery.Negotiate & confirm costing, while maintaining strong profit margin. Multi tasking & problem solving in a rapid moving environment.Ability to read apparel patterns, grading, and sewing capability. Senior Trims Buyer / ManagerSourcing trims and forecasting projections for month end deliveries.Responsible for 5 divisions in all aspects of trims and production.Sourcing all products and price negotiating with local vendors/suppliers.Product development and design assistant in detail.Develop & generate computer codes for all trim products in house for inventory purposes.Work with planning and production coordinators to meet production deadline.Managed a staff of 12 Employees.

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