Sourcing and Vendor Management - Liaising with off shore factories; negotiating a profitable margin of 40% on average Knowledgeable and in-depth experience with working with major retailers in Europe and North America

Extensive knowledge in the apparel design, production process and technical skills required in the retail industry

Able to demonstrate excellent understanding of Aspirational Brands influence

Strong knowledge of materials, garment construction, design, and development

Negotiate cost and development for sample / production

Ability to work flexible schedules and implement quality assurance standards while meeting production deadlines

Accountable for teams development of methods best practice

Proficient in building BOMs, developing Technical Packs and using PLM software

Extensive background in conducting design & fit meetings, pattern developments and corrections

Knowledge of cross-functional team accountabilities and requirement, including design, materials, sourcing, merchandising and quality assurance

Ability to market and trend research including comparative shop reports, catwalk trends and seasonal forecast

Excellent verbal and visual communication skills and ability to interact internally and externally to achieve optimum results

Develop cohesive design development multi-product ranges

Posses a “firm and fair” leadership and cross-cultural communication skills, with experience in building and leading a team

Agile, responds positively to change, embracing and using new practices to accomplish goals and solve problems

Cost Negotiation

Time and Action Planning

Project Management

Manufacturing & Sourcing

Overseas Communication

Team Leadership

Textile & Laundry

Creative Direction

Product Development

Technical Deign & Packs

Pattern Development

Garment Construction

PLM Software

Illustrator & Photoshop

Microsoft Software

Trend & Color Analysis

Market Analysis

Merchandising & Production

Bachelor Degree in Fashion Merchandising & Management

Associate Degree in Fashion Design

2010

2007

Multiple Entry Chinese Visa

Validity until 2026

JERRICK GRAY

International Apparel Professional with US & EU Market experience

Hong Kong

jerrickgraystudio

fashion Institute

of Technology (FIT)

Rag & Bone

Ralph Lauren

Aime Leon Dore

Rebecca Minkoff

Macy's

Vince.

Entireworld.

Phillip Van Heusen

Tapestry

Forever21

Peter Manning

American Eagle Outfitters

Arcadia

Stitch Fix

River Island

Vineyard Vines