Contracted by various clients to analyze best business practices as they relate to supply chain operations, logistics and production related activities Conducted deep dive budget assessments into warehouse operations, production operations and overall supply chain to reduce cost and find efficiencies. Created SOPs for processes within each company. Managed niche projects to create efficiencies and drive change in organizations such as Gap Inc, Octane Press and more. Managed client outreach as a Director of New Partnership Development to focus on improving operational returns management. Sourced vendors and performed extensive RFQs/ RFPs.

Assessed P&L to reduce operational budget by 20% in Q1 2023. Secured and facilitated two warehouse relocations successfully. Conducted RFP to several logistics companies to ensure SLAs were met. Implemented both internal and external KPIs and SOPs. Managed a team of 20+ individuals in order to meet production output goals.

Managed issuance and updates of all purchase orders (both raw materials and finished goods). Managed shipment of all product from factory to DC, working closely with vendors and freight forwarders. Created responsive production strategy to reduce lead times in best selling styles. Responsible for vendor compliance and rewriting the vendor manual to align with all B-Corp standards. Sourced 100% recyclable packaging for all product, diverting 2 million + polybags from the landfill annually. Found creative solutions for managing ship on time with vendors, leading to a 98% ship on time rate.

Responsible for sourcing $10M+ worth of anti-bacterial products to over 1000 stores during the COVID19 pandemic. Source new products for the brand ranging from hard goods, beauty products to soft goods. Negotiated cost and MOQs with vendors along with ensuring the meet brand timelines Build out complex production calendars and deliverables for both internal and external teams. Worked closely with vendors to maintain a strict ship on time policy. Negotiated chargebacks with vendors for late product. Managed responsive inventory strategies for personal care and licensed tees.

Managed bill of materials and PLM for all product categories (accessories, handbags, home goods). Managed product life cycle from concept to in store delivery. Managed all aspects of packaging approval including translating care labels into Spanish & French. Negotiated cost with overseas & domestic vendors to ensure target margins were met.