melanie tibayan: Trim R&D Senior Associate in Los Angeles, CA

- Responsible for sourcing trims for BCBG main line, Herve Leger, Runway, Outlet BCBGeneration, BCBGeneration Macy’s - Work alongside with the design team to source/ develop trims for all divisions - Communicate with vendors on a daily basis; negotiate pricing, get samples in a timely manner - Attend trade shows; pick out new trims, establish new and nurture existing relationships with vendors - Respond directly to requests from creative director and head any overarching projects regarding trims - Approve bulk, Assist in troubleshooting any production issues with placed trim orders - Meet with trim vendors to select new trims for upcoming seasons -Conduct meetings to present design team with new trend and season lace trim/trim headers ?-Maintain strong daily communication with cross-functional teams in the company to ensure all qualities passed BCBG QC standards and all deliveries are met -Issue POs -Send out/approve lab dips