Apparel Product Developer Resume

APPAREL DESIGN SUPPORT AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

Product Development Manager offering over five years of experience in design support and product coordination.

==> In-depth knowledge of fiber content, construction, and finishes.
==> Driven multi-tasker dedicated to achieving high levels of efficiency and communication.
==> Expert in developing highly motivated and organized teams that produce results.
==> Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook); Web PDM, and Essentus.

EMPHASIS IN DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING

Skillful in providing trend analysis of colors, styles, silhouettes, and details utilizing catalogs such as DNR and Tobe Publications. Adept in researching, analyzing, and interpreting the behavior of consumer groups. Strong comprehension of line development, cost sheets, and design specifications.

EMPLOYMENT

ABC INTERNATIONAL, Miami, Florida, 20xx to Present
Product Development Manager, 20xx to Present

Direct, recruit, train, and empower staff of ten Product Coordinators and Design Support Associates. Travel nationally to train company offices on standard procedures, and convey company-wide changes made to the development process. Standardize style packages to ensure consistent information and formats for vendor comprehension. Ensure constant communication by tracking sales samples and vendor WIP reports; facilitate weekly meetings to ensure development stays on schedule per the design calendar. Provide innovative training programs held at off-site facilities including educational demonstrations in dyeing, finishing, and embroidery.

* Restructured department to ensure timely delivery of all samples. Changes resulted in establishment of best practices, which were implemented in all companies acquired by ABC International.

* Recipient of Outstanding Performance Award in 20xx.

Apparel Product Development, 20xx to 20xx

Partnered with design, graphics, sourcing, and technical design departments to develop sales, proto, and production samples. Coordinated and developed menswear for FGH Swim and IJK America brands. Approved lab dips, strike-offs, handlooms, knitdowns, and participated in fit sessions. Communicated requirements to domestic and international vendors

* Spearheaded the creation of a true product development position, allowing Apparel Designers the freedom to focus strictly on designing garments.

BCD APPAREL MANUFACTURING, Miami, Florida, 20xx to 20xx
Apparel Product Developer

Developed accounts for LMN, OPQ, and RST Sport. Managed style information and tracked garment, color, fabric, and trim approvals. Created and reviewed internal and external bill of materials for production. Purchased, developed, and provided cost estimates for fabrics and trims. Approved strike-offs and lab dips.

* Increased efficiency of sample room by supervising sewing facility, analyzing processes, and implementing improvements.

CDE INTERNATIONAL, Miami, Florida, 20xx to 20xx
Cosmetic Guide/Management Trainee

Quickly promoted to Management Trainee, in charge of supervising and scheduling four counter associates. Resolved customer problems and provided tenacious follow-up by phone. Planned successful cosmetic promotions, performed extensive merchandising, and created displays. Served as liaison to the NY office.

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