Hazels Valentine: Senior Production Associate (Freelance)

* Obtained approvals for fabric/trim qualities as well as color and print. * Handled on-going communication with sourcing partners and resolved production issues through teaming with appropriate business partners. * Ensured production time and action schedules and WIP'S are updated and monitored. * Work on multi-season sourcing calendars and the execution for all tasks related to the Sourcing cycle. * Manages production process from point of conception to finished product.

* Created CAD'S based on buyer direction including color scheme, construction, and type of material to be entered into the Tech Pack. * Responsible for creating accurate Illustrator flats for all styles to be entered into the Tech Pack. * Responsible for initial samples and sew-bys to be sent to factory. * Created and updated TP's as needed.

* Managed influencer relationships on Tik-Tok, Instagram, Pinterest for campaigns. * Managed event media outreach that included artwork and event sponsors. * Merchandised in-store and online product. * Assisted in creating margins and setting retail pricing. * Managed production quality and vendor timelines * Sourced materials for design concepts.

* Supported the Men's PD division * Assisted Senior Director of Production on special projects. * Assisted in the start of company PLM process * Managed day-to-day communications with vendors and factories. * Organized and categorized past season closets

* Sourced for raw materials, formulations, and packaging to support innovation. * Regularly conduct market and competitive analysis to understand the market * Assist in determining the product depth and decide what products to offer * Effectively communicated with cross-functional teams daily. * Assisted in developing compelling product performance claims. * Ensured legal and regulatory compliance across the skincare portfolio.

* Coordinating changes with buyers on any product changes * Work on costing and making sure margins are at company standards. * Create and manage line-sheets and WIP's * Communicate product direction to overseas production team. * Lead the product creation process from concept to production and packaging.

* Responsible for reviewing and approving lab dips, print strike-offs, and bulk lots. * Sourced and tracked incoming seasonal bulk fabric deliveries with vendors * Issue purchase orders to vendors seasonally. * Partnered with Product Development to ensure styles are cost confirmed. * Sourced and tracked incoming seasonal bulk fabric deliveries with vendors. * Create and manage apparel division fabric logs and WIP reports.