Nancy McConnell: Production Coordinator in Costa Mesa, California

* Sourcing and design execution of unique hair accessories. * Launched Etsy site and implemented processes for product photography, composing product descriptions, pricing, customer service, order fulfillment. * Created Social media and advertising campaigns to engage new customers. * Attained consistent 5 star customer service/product rating on Etsy and fielded in-person sales at festivals and shows.

* Provided eyes and ears on the ground for daily reporting of up-to-the minute status at our domestic vendors while taking a solution driven approach to resolving issues/problems. * Facilitated tracking and transport of samples, trims, and TOPS back and forth between contractors and account managers to ensure on time sample approval and production.

Serviced key accounts from inception of artwork in sampling through production and shipping, working closely with sales reps, art department, production, packaging and shipping managers providing status reports, pricing estimates, logistics.

* Analyzed new art for Inline and SMU Quick-Turn specials to determine which vendor would best execute the design based on past performance and technique capabilities. * Allocated placement of Inline and SMU designs to vendors, forecasting capacity to ensure timely delivery. * Kept constant flow of communication going between merchandising, /design and vendors: Relayed constant adjustments, changes to designs, and updates while recording day to day status in Development tracking logs for seasonal archive. * Motivated vendors to peak performance levels to deliver product and keep tight sample schedules. Screenprint Coordinator - Quiksilver Screenprint Operation * Updated and distributed daily WIP report and revised master print schedule to minimize set ups. * Interfaced daily with production managers, (regarding shortages, blanks, priorities and missing trims); Finishing department (to make sure they have all materials, trims, instructions, and daily shipping schedule; and with the Distribution Center (to make and confirm delivery appointments and notify them of cuts on the way). * Calculated and compiled print pricing for Quiksilver and Roxy designs produced in house.

* Effectively integrated UNIX-based mainframe reporting with Excel to create weekly analyses for Print and Embroidery. * Coordinated scheduling, printing and distribution of weekly purchase orders for new production.