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Brand Manager

Business Strategist with comprehensive knowledge of brand architecture, matrix organization leadership, employee growth and P&L management.  Proven success ushering entrepreneurial strategies and product design initiatives.  Background in Category Management, Merchandising and Product Management.

Responsible to the President and CEO for the management of the company’s paddleboard division, SIC (Sandwich Islands Composites).  Accountable for all brand functions including top line revenue goals, and leadership of Sales, Marketing, Design and Development Departments.  Factory sourcing lead with touch points in forecasting, capacity planning, costing negotiations and QA/QC (Hardgoods, Softgoods and Accessories).  Leading a global distribution network of agencies/distributors.  Accountable for new territory opportunities and existing regional growth.  Oversight on wholesale/distributor pricing models, sales programs, logistics consolidation, regional warranty programs.

Global Category Manager for Boardshorts, T-shirts, and Training Apparel

Global Category Manager

Reported to Divisional Merchandise Manager on all aspects of the Non Cut and Sew Business Unit (T-shirts and Fleece).  Supervised staff of three Designers and Developers. In this newly created role, worked cross functionally with Sales, Planning and Marketing teams to create infrastructure and business unit needs.  Developed merchandising tactics, established planning practices and implemented 5 yr strategy goals by channel.

Merchandise Manager - Non Cut and Sew

Reported to Vice President of Merchandising on all aspects of Young Men’s Tops business (Wholesale and Retail).  Supervised staff of six merchants. Worked cross functionally with Sales, Sourcing and Marketing teams.  Established five-year, long range plans by classification for management.  Directed Division’s efforts around Sustainable and Eco Friendly products, and advised on corporate action around sustainable practices.

Director of Merchandising, Men's Tops

Report to Senior Vice President of Merchandising and Design on all aspects of the Quiksilver Men’s line.  Supervised staff of three direct reports.  Planned inventory strategies for all classifications.  Managed SG&A and COGS budgets for Division.  Established five-year, long range plans by classification for management.  Worked with Quiksilver brand to establish brand differentiation and target customer for Men’s line.

Director of Merchandising

Report to Senior Management on all aspects of Gloves, Bags and Accessories global business unit.  Supervised a staff of three product managers.  Collaborated with sales, marketing and finance to assist and oversee all facets of business streams. Negotiated all TPC pricing for finished goods, packaging and capital expenditures.  Anticipated market trends and fulfilled product needs of global regions.  Created and managed cost centers directly associated with business streams and approve expenditures.

Strategic Business Unit Director - Gloves, Bags, and Accessories

Planned developed and merchandised 1000+ SKU’s from conception through final production.  Wrote design briefs.  Managed outsourced designers.  Conducted market analysis.  Lead roundtables with team and sales force.  Traveled regularly to overseas factories for development, quality, and costing.  Supervised fabric, trim, and glove costing to meet target margins.

Category Product Manager - Gloves

Find out detailed information about Jeff Baillargeon, Brand Manager in San Clemente, CA

Jeff Baillargeon: Brand Manager in San Clemente, CA

Jeff Baillargeon

SIC (Sandwich Islands Composites a division of FLOW Sports Inc.)

Oakley

Volcom Inc.

Quiksilver, Inc.

Quiksilver Edition

Burton Snowboards

Burton Snowboards

Saint Michael's College