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Head of Global Sourcing & Product Development

Experienced Product Development Leader, Global Sourcing Strategist, Technical Expert with 30+ years in production, cost analysis, negotiation, fabric development, technical design & brand management. Collaborative Team Builder & Brand Development Expert in contemporary, woven, denim & knitwear categories. Expansive knowledge of global manufacturing overseas & domestically.


As Head of Sourcing & Development for 6397, I helped successfully launch the brand from inception to its current status as a leader in Contemporary Fashion & Denim. This was achieved by leading & strategizing a team including the Owner/Creative Director, Design Merchandising/Sales, Production & Technical team to seasonally launch contemporary Clothing Range.
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• Build seasonal 3 & 5yr business strategy for the brand across design, product development, sourcing & sales
• Research & develop seasonal themes, concepts, fabrics & styling
• Develop & Source Globally all product categories with maximum cost effectiveness
• Build & manage product strategies & roadmaps including seasonal calendars for product development & production,
manage timelines.
• Responsible for all technical design packages internationally & domestically
• Integral in building the brand from its initial idea to create a brand that of elevated basics to 5 million in sales within
5years goal.


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