Functional Skills
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Sector Experience
Notable Clients
Experience
-Ecologyst & Frankie - Head of Material and manufacturing Innovation & Circular Innovation
-(Confidential) Private label high end running capsule launch from inception
-(Confidential)-Private Label NYC Launch from inception
A strategic leader with a proven track record in driving sustainability, innovation, and operational efficiency across global fashion and manufacturing industries.
As the founder and principal of DB ORAMA CONSULTANCY INC., I have advised and collaborated with brands like Ecologyst, Frankie, Tentree, FIGS, and Aritzia to design and implement forward-thinking solutions in material innovation, supply chain optimization, and sustainable business practices.
analysis.
• Launched Sustainable Design Project, achieving $1.22 average FOB savings SKU
• Conducted RSC assessments and contributed to Textile Exchange MSI, FEM, and
FSLM modules.
• Created and implemented manuals on SGS Testing Standards, Ginetex & ASTM
labeling, supplier VIP protocols, and sustainable materials guidance (237 pages
total).
• Produced Higg LCA reports and led Textile Genesis traceability report initiative.
• Sourced materials globally, supporting fabric innovation and R&D through trade shows and direct vendor engagement.
• Spearheaded nearshoring strategies and contingency planning for the Americas.
• Developed the FIGS XTRMS project, collaborating with FIA-approved vendors for bespoke racing suits.
• Coordinated with global suppliers and stakeholders, ensuring timeline adherence and expedited execution. Aritzia - RM Sourcing & Quality (Subject Matter Expert)
• Implemented product testing protocols (ASTMD4966, ISO ).
• Promoted sustainability practices and chain of custody protocols.
• Achieved a $3.8M net saving in FW21 negotiations.
• Enhanced fabric development timelines, fabric development, calendar, bulk staging, cost negotiation, supply chain impacts
• Led Canada Goose and its supply chain (T. 1-2-3) into the Bluesign® partnership.
• Implemented sourcing goals and processes, including mills capability constraints, Power BI's QBRs, manufacturing KPIs, and vendors' manual, VOB.
• Developed costing strategies with Sr. Director and VPs, achieving a $3.8M net saving on FW21 negotiation and airfreight savings.
• "Respect Your Experience" (RYE) water consumption reduction pilot study
• Established strategic partnerships, identifying savings opportunities and driving cost excellence, including "made-to-shelf" approaches, FTAs, and engagement with three vertical suppliers.
Negotiated and led Capacity Management, E2E Production Process Planning,
Vendor Onboarding, Performance Reporting, Production Initiatives, and
Seasonal Buys, while analyzing WIPs, SDRs, and DRCs.
• Scouted, hired, trained, and led regional contractors, driving team performance.
• Grew the Menswear division by over 15% in 3.5 years, with FOB growth from
$18M to $62M.
• Improved OTP performance from 82.4% to 98.7% and quality pass rate from
85.3% to 98.2%.
• Collaborated directly with Design, Merchandising, Quality, and PD teams to
surpass seasonal IMU targets, improving IMUs from 67.4% (2013) to 72.4%
(2016).
• Supervised Menswear and Ivivva (girls' activewear) Sourcing Leads, Analysts,
and IMUs.
• Led a team of 20 responsible for R&D, quality assurance, production, and timely deliveries.
• Achieved 15% FOB savings by transitioning from traders to vertical businesses.
• Identified LLT (fabrication) styles seasonally and partnered with RM Sourcing for material staging plans, converting 30% of regular Buy into a NOOS program, saving 40% FOB and 17% LT.
• Oversaw Diesel label research, development, and purchase growth from $27M to $125M FOB, introducing new profit-generating product categories.
• Managed 50 garment suppliers and 15 mills across the Far East, expanding regions and product categories.
• Recruited, trained, and mentored European and Asian teams, ensuring business handover of $30M FOB of regional operations.
• Provided bespoke sartorial services and curated designers' installations and exhibitions.
• Collaborated with renowned designers and brands, including Martin Margiela, John Galliano, Armani, Ferré, Valentino, Prada, Zegna, Westwood, Stephen Sprouse, Cavalli, and Costume National.