Also known as: RICHARDWWILSON
Summary of Qualifications: Leverage product development skills, strategic brand vision and business acumen to deliver trend right assortments that outperform the competition resulting in increased sales, margin and market share. Partner cross functionally with Designers, Buyers, Technical Design, Graphic Artists, Sourcing and Overseas Offices to build team consensus and ensure all product development time lines, pre-production and bulk approvals, sample requests and budget requirements are met. Research the market for dynamic new business opportunities, trends, brand strategies and product innovations. Expertise in managing and executing the entire product life cycle from concept through delivery. Looking for strategic product development opportunities to leverage my experience and create instant impact. Specialties -product development and the ability to use my skills across new categories of product -pre production approvals -master of the development calendar with the ability to search for opportunities to streamline the process and reduce lead times -sourcing: evaluate factories, leverage relationships for advantageous positioning, seek new sources -strong business acumen: product development/design skills enhanced by previous buying and planning roles -excellent communication skills -trend
