Freelance

10+ years of experience in retail buying/merchandising and brand strategy with senior
leadership roles at Urban Outfitters, Club Monaco/Ralph Lauren, Barneys New York and
Opening Ceremony.

Omni-channel buying responsibilities and full P&L ownership across multiple product
categories in apparel, footwear and accessories. Extensive experience in both private
label and branded partnerships with major global brands including Nike, Adidas, Fila, etc.

Proven track record in building new businesses with 70% CAGR, turning business around to
profitability and positive comp growth within market leading brands.

Strong product POV and business acumen. Holistic understanding of retail landscape and
consumer trends.

-Consult on buying/merchandising, collection and business strategies with founder Eunice
Lee (Global Design Director at The North Face)

Consultant

-Provide consultative advice to Wall Street analysts on market trends, brand and product
strategies and consumer knowledge with retail industry expertise.

Advise on strategies to bring global fashion brands and design talents to leading Chinese
public apparel and footwear companies through collaboration, brand incubation, equity
investment and joint venture.

Philadelphia, PA
Full-time	Senior Buying Manager of Global Men's Footwear and Apparel|Omni Channel Buying & Merchandising (June 2015 - June 2020)
-Accountable for multi-channel buying responsibilities of men's global footwear, branded
apparel collection, men's bottoms, denim and shorts.
-Led and realized the seasonal product and distribution strategy for 500+ skus through third
party brands, market and private label sourcing channels.
-Directed strategic partnerships with global brands including Nike, Champion and Fila.
-Created, led and communicated company presentations of seasonal stories and strate-
gies to CEO and executives.
-Full P&L ownership through providing leadership in concept, content, price and depth.
-Recruited, Led and mentored a team of five buyers and report into SVP of men's.
-Worked with Design, Production, Planning and Marketing to drive production vision and commercial success.
-Frequent market travel to New York, Los Angeles, Paris, London and Tokyo.
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Senior Buying Manager of Global Men's Footwear and Apparel|Omni Channel Buying & Merchandising

-Worked closely with senior buyer in men's graphic tee and footwear categories.
-Ownership in e-commerce channel in both categories.

Assistant Buyer|Men's Footwear & Knits

-Assisted creative director in design, PD, merchandising, buying and wholesale.
-Helped launch 2 stores in New York City and an ecommerce store.
-Managed hiring and training shop staff for all store locations.

Galen Wang: Freelance

Galen Wang

UNIS NEW YORK

ALPHA SIGHTS/GERSON LEHRMAN GROOUP

INTERNATIONAL BRAND INVESTMENT CORPORATION

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