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I am a self-motivated professional in the import manufacturing space with 15 years of experience.  I have strong leadership skills that can bring success to any company.

• 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


Production Manager

• 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


Production/Sourcing Manager

• 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


Office Manager/Product Development Assistant 

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JENNIFER NELSON

Brooks College