JENNIFER NELSON: in SUNSET BEACH, CA

• Responsible for importing $10 million annually in key performance categories from manufacturers in Asia • Oversaw fabric projection program for knit & fleece brand drivers (Men’s and Women’s apparel) • Worked closely with overseas manufacturers to achieve on-time delivery & reduced leadtimes • Collaborated with cross-functional in-house teams (Merchandising, Design, Sales, Logistics, Accounting, Warehouse) • Determined seasonal buy dates with vendors for Planning & Sales teams • Sent seasonal buys and negotiated MOQ and Ex-Factory dates with vendors • Traveled to Asia to see potential new factories and assess current factories to make sure production and compliance needs were met • Worked with global Volcom Production teams to coordinate buy dates and seasonal projections • Determined appropriate vendor chargebacks & discounts when quality/on-time delivery is not met • Analyzed reports and met with Sales team weekly to ensure timely delivery of goods and ensure quarterly shipping goals were met

• Oversaw Roxy & Quiksilver accessories production team • Negotiated FOB costs & achieved margin goals for key accessory categories • Worked closely with Merchandising teams on line plans and target costs • Traveled to China & Vietnam to negotiate costing with vendors • Determined seasonal buy dates for Demand Planning & Sales • Actively involved in improving department business processes • Participated in & contributed to ERP (SAP) implementation functions • Set Ex-Factory dates with vendors to ensure on-time delivery to US customers

• Assisted Denim Product Development Director • Measured proto and pre-production samples prior to weekly fittings • Managed front office by greeting clients and ordering office supplies