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New York City Metropolitan Area

New York City Metropolitan Area

• Develop and execute strategic procurement plans aligned with company’s goals and objectives,including sourcing strategies, cost reduction initiatives, and risk management.• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, monitor supplier performance toensure quality, on-time delivery, and cost-effectiveness.• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to manage inventory levels, minimize lead times, andstreamline procurement processes to meet production requirements.• Analyze pricing trends and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities andrecommend improvements.• Promote supplier diversity initiatives and explore opportunities to engage with diverse suppliers.• Identify and mitigate supply chain risk, including potential disruptions, quality issues andgeopolitical factors that may impact production operations.• Ensure compliance policies, regulations, and industry standards. Maintain accurate records anddocumentation.• Lead and mentor a team of production professionals, foster their growth and development.Encourage continuous learning and professional growth within the team.• Promote collaborative and cohesive team environment. Encourage cross-functional collaborationwith other departments to ensure alignment with company objectives.• Set clear performance expectations, goals, and KPIs for the production team. Regularly assessindividual and team performance, provide feedback, and implement performance improvementplans when necessary.• Effectively allocate resources, including personnel to optimize production operations. Ensure thatthe team has the necessary tools and resources to achieve their objectives.• Address conflicts and challenges within the team promptly and constructively. Encourage opencommunication and problem-solving to maintain a positive work environment.

New York City Metropolitan Area

Teaneck, New Jersey, United States

-Worked with management on costing of product & packaging to ensure desired margins are met-Assigned and managed production’s back office daily task -Sourced/ negotiated the purchase of materials needed for all orders, i.e. fabric & hardware-Ensured all times lines are met from production through shipping-Correspond to all inter-department associates and direct vendors on production schedules/ issues-Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors/ suppliers-Arranged logistics of goods being shipped from overseas to receiving at US ports-Communicated with warehouse on receiving issues before goods are routed & shipped -Handled other responsibilities and projects as assigned

New York, New York, United States

-Managed purchase orders requests and revisions-Assigned and managed production assistants’ daily task -Maintained and updated production recap charts-Prepared and assisted with pre-classification process before purchase orders are placed-Ensured all times lines are met from production through shipping-Worked with sale team on costing of product & packaging to ensure desired margins are met-Reviewed samples with product development team and distribute to sales after approval -Corresponded to all inter-department associates and direct vendors on production issues-Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors-Assisted import department on obtaining final documents for payments to be arranged-Communicated with warehouse on receiving issues before goods are routed & shipped -Handled other responsibilities and projects as assigned

New York, New York, United States

• Managed purchase order requests and revisions• Prepared and assisted with pre-classification process before purchase orders are placed• Ensured all times lines are met from sample development through production shipping• Arranged and distributed tickets from customers to the appropriate vendors • Organized and distribute samples to customers as needed • Corresponded to all inter-department associates and direct vendors on production issues• Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors• Built collaborative relationships with customers nominated suppliers for packaging• Helped to assist product design on packaging development for customers • Handle other responsibilities and projects as assigned

New York, Ny

• Managed purchase order requests and revisions• Maintained and updated production recap charts• Assisted with bulk fabric orders and commitments• Prepared and assisted with pre-classification process before purchase orders are placed• Assisted in sourcing strategies set by supervisors and department head• Communicated final raw material cost to manufactures for invoicing/ duty purposes • Ensured all times lines are met from sample development through production shipping• Monitored all aspects of productions procedures are followed accordingly• Alerted management and sales on high risk areas which may impact production• Corresponded to all inter-department associates and direct vendors on production issues• Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors• Built collaborative relationships with the cross functional team members • Handled other responsibilities and projects as assigned

Atlanta, Georgia

-Compiled and processed new hire applications-Record changes to employee’s files -Processed weekly reports (e.g. Gain/ Loss Status, Active/ Inactive, and Date of Next Increase)-Informed stores of current/ future job openings -Arranged and distributed constructive advice records (e.g. reinstated employment status or advised termination status) -Collaborated with the Union on grievances filed-Uploaded and maintained information on the human resource intranet-Generated and processed pension inquiries-Managed/ assisted in records imaging-Assisted in payroll activities (e.g. retro pay & raises)-Organized administrative support personnel company activities -Sourced and managed employee discount with local attractions -Handled other responsibilities and projects as assigned