PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
EXPERTISE SUMMARY
SOURCING, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT:
Wide-ranging experience in Fashion/Accessories and Lifestyle products.
Extensive experience in design, sourcing, product development and production management.
Passionate about creating and developing products with the confidence to fully engage in the process and have an impact.
Interest in rolling sleeves up and getting into the details.
Established supplier base.
Experience in sustainability.
Excellent in time management and working to deadlines.
Responsible for all of the prototype checking, spec sheet adjustments, etc.
Management of salesman sample (quantities per style 1pcs - 60pcs).
Controlled and followed bulk production based on quality, execution and timing (quantities per style 20pcs - 8000pcs).
Oversee Quality control.
Bridging communication between related departments.
DESIGN:
Brand identity
Trend and market research.
Design and concept of collection (Women Ready-To-Wear, Accessories, Home Décor, Jewellery).
Print Design.
Innovation and sustainability.
Developing Marketing Material.
Fashion Shows and Shootings.
Styling and managing Showroom/ Trade Show.
Event concepts and organisation.
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESS:
Highly organized, demonstrates the ability to prioritize, manage, and coordinate diverse activities simultaneously whilst also keeping a 360 view of the entire process and progress.
Business administration including all aspects of small business.
Ensure that the production will be cost effective by negotiating budgets with both clients and manufacturers.
Builds and motivates a dynamic team: Inspiring leader.
CONSULTANT DESIGN,
PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT, STYLING
FREELANCE
SHANGHAI - CHINA
DESIGN, SOURCING, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT:
Clients include: Studio Stare Shanghai, Hai London, Roling-import Amsterdam (COEXIST, PARX), and others
Consultant and management in design, sourcing, product development and production.
Creating, styling and developing inspirational, on brand and on trend outfits and ideas for clients, including accessories and jewellery aligned with their strategy and needs.
Logos, layouts, and other design elements: Art & Illustration.
ACHIEVEMENTS:
Fast and proactive support of projects: problem solving and sharing ideas to improve current processes.
DESIGNER, PRODUCTION MANAGER
NTS LTD.
SHANGHAI - CHINA
SOURCING, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT:
Clients including Miss Sixty, Marc Aurel, Apanage, Adler, C&A, Vanilia, Beaumont, Zero,Charlotta Gandolfo and others.
Expert in sourcing materials and products for Fashion and Accessories in China.
Support of client’s buying team during annual visits to Shanghai and trade shows.
Ensure the quality of the material/product from the start of development to final production.
Checks all components with an eye for quality and performance.
Demonstrate a strong technical understanding of materials and
construction techniques.
Experience with product management system.
Creates and manages calendar to promote development flow; discusses and resolves discrepancies with related departments.
Reviews and oversees the output of all specifications (Tech Packs) for accuracy, completeness, quality.
Communicates with overseas offices and suppliers on issues and changes to specifications and standards: assists with interpretation of design requirements, brand standards consistency, reviews and approves colours and materials and manages any discrepancies.
Fit/Quality control.
Cost/Budget Management - Responsible for achieving margin target.
DESIGN:
Works with various design and production teams to fully understand product intent.
Design of Women Ready-To-Wear woven categories: tops, bottoms, jumpsuits, dresses and outerwear.
Analyze and identify key product trends and silhouettes in the market and highlight the concepts relevant for client; translate these ideas into products.
Works closely with design teams on seasonal requirements, recommends improvements, design and material options to enhance brand handwriting and meet financial requirements.
Tests questionable materials and treatments in the development cycle for performance and compliance to avoid production failures e.g. wash/wear tests on ironed appliqués etc.
Develop bespoke print design to refine brand identity and trend translation.
ACHIEVEMENTS:
Problem-solver extraordinaire in design, sourcing, product development and production management.
Supervision of sampling and production process of orders, with over 300 styles per season.
Continuously building a strong, strategic supplier base.
DESIGNER
NIENHAUS & LOTZ GMBH / KAPALUA
SHANGHAI - CHINA
SOURCING, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT:
Extensively research creative ideas, source fabric and trims at vendors and in the market to provide input on the key design elements of each season.
Work closely and communicate daily with all departments for the development of sampling to ensure a smooth work flow every season: provide input and support, and adjust tasks as needed.
Communicate and give pattern makers direction to ensure understanding of design proportions and finishes.
Following up on all changes that relate to the product on a daily basis.
Manages all rounds of fittings and collaborate with Senior Design, and pattern makers for compliance to quality and brand standards.
Oversee fit standard and grade scale.
Close cooperation with the Tech department.
Oversee the flawless maintenance of all systems, files and processes.
Monitor productivity rates and product standards.
Ensure orders are completed on time and budget and that quality standards and targets are met.
Act as a positive ambassador in times of company change and growth.
DESIGN:
Research trends that work into brand strategy, translating these into the collection.
Responsible for designing and executing of seasonal collections under the guidance of the design manager:
(Women – Ready-To-Wear) – Outerwear, Blouse and Shirts, Dresses, Skirts, Casual Pants, Knit – 50 styles per season.
Technical drawings for pattern maker and production use.
Execute designs in style sheets and product management system to be completed to ensure a high standard in manufacturing.
Prepare overviews of the collection for merchandise and internal presentations.
ACHIEVEMENTS:
The first German team member in a local team proactivly further development of intercultural communication and process optimisation.
Liaise with all departments and vendors to implement the company’s policies and goals.
Support of sampling, with 250 styles per season.
ENTREPRENEUR, DESIGNER
LFTLT – LIVE FOR THE LITTLE THINGS
SHANGHAI - CHINA
SOURCING, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT:
Expert in sourcing sustainable Home Décor goods and Jewellery in China and Indonesia.
Creates and ensures development timelines and action calendars are followed, but has the flexibility to adapt when required.
Oversees the flawless maintenance of all systems, files and processes.
Manages seamless handover to all related departments, teams and companies e.g. suppliers, customers.
Monitor productivity rates and product standards and implement quality control programmes.
Monitor the production processes and adjust schedules as needed.
Ensure that the production will be cost effective by negotiating and agreeing budgets with both wholesale customers and manufacturers.
DESIGN:
Brand development: Logo, Branding, Packaging, Website look, etc.
Design and Concept of collection (2 seasons per year with 30 styles per season).
Innovation and sustainability: re-inventing unwanted materials into pieces of art.
Styling and managing Showroom during Market week High Point NC (Trade show -USA).
Event concepts and organisation.
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESS:
All angles of business administration and management of small business.
Manages systems to track budgets for prototypes, samples, equipment and courier shipments.
Supervise and motivate team members.
ACHIEVEMENTS:
Reduce waste of resources by sourcing leftover materials and repurposing them into new designs.
Inclusion of Workers with Disabilities.
Showroom High Point, NC-USA.
ENTREPRENEUR, DESIGNER
FRAU ANA
SHANGHAI - CHINA
SOURCING, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT:
Develop and manage execution of fashion/accessories products: sampling, production, marketing, sales.
Overcoming challenges with small production quantities.
Manage a multi category design projects (food & fashion).
DESIGN:
Create guidelines for brand identity.
With the goal of achieving style and performance, develop key trends and seasonal direction for silhouette and fabric.
Research current bestsellers and trends to develop new styles, designs, and brand evolution.
(2 seasons per year – 30 styles per season including Accessories).
(Women – RTW) –Blouse and T-Shirts, Dresses, Skirts, Casual Pants.
Fashion Shows and Shootings: Concept, Styling, Management.
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESS:
Business administration; anticipate, recognise, and solve potential problems.
Budget management.
Conduct all pricing and price negotiations to ensure cost-effective production.
Provide leading guidance and support to a small team.
ACHIEVEMENTS:
One of the first foreign independent designer brands in Shanghai.
Fashion shows in front of Shanghai skyline.
Self-published cookbook.