As a project manager, I took the lead to launch the Folli Follie brand in concession doors with Lord and Taylor, Holt Renfrew (Canada) and Palacio De Heiroo (Mexico)
As a Regional Manager, I took the lead to grow the brand from 25 doors to over 234 doors.
As a project manager, I supported the retail growth with 12 retail doors and 2 outlets.
Project Management
As a Project Manager, I managed multiple project budgets, timelines and deliverables related to retail fixture production. I worked in a collaborative role with account managers, engineers, and rollout teams. I managed external supplier resources and ensured products are delivered on time, on budget, and meet quality standards. I am highly organized planners, excellent communicator, negotiator and team players. I’ve done both waterfall and agile project development dependent on the business and company standards.
Some key takeaways are as follows:
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Successfully drove projects through planning, development, engineering, and production phases of the project lifecycle.
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Ensured quality and on time delivery of production articles.
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Established and communicated budgets and workback schedules for each project.
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Demonstrated in depth knowledge of client’s business, brand language and culture.
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Developed and sustained excellent relationships with all client and supplier contacts.
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Provided clear and timely solution oriented communication to suppliers and internal team.
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Developed and maintained excellent relationships with all team members and supplier contacts.
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Communicated with internal teams and suppliers and informed them at all times and provide answers to any project related questions.
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Briefed design/engineering teams and verify mechanical drawing details. Identified and develop opportunities with new suppliers – looking for best production methods and qualified vendors.
KEY PROJECT MANAGEMNT ROLES:
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Re-launch of Esprit Retail and Outlet doors
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Retail growth of Lands End Shop-in-Shop (over 234 doors within 4 years)
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Retail growth of Brooklyn Industries retail doors (Brooklyln, Philadelphia and Upper West Side)
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Omni-channel growth of Folli Follie (concession doors with Lord and Taylor, Holt Renfrew and Palacio De Heirro)
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Duty Free store with Folli Follie in Vancouver International Aiport
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Wholesale shop-in-shop with Folli Follie in Caribbean Market
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Re-launch and Re-platform of The New York Times Store .