Manager Quality Control

C AROL S. GORDON

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New York, N.Y. 10024 *********@*****.***

Summary

Accomplished and knowledgeable in trim and accessory development implementing superior

quality standards. Proven negotiator consistently meeting or exceeding stringent production

and costing objectives. Innovative and effective with design and production team

collaborations.

Experience

2007 – 2009 Isaac Mizrahi – T.S. S. New York,N.Y.

Senior Trim Developer

Sourced and developed branded and non branded trims for Isaac

Mizrahi, Genuine Kids, Baby and DwellStudio partner design

teams

Created and maintained all trim specifications in the PLM system.

Assure trim meets aesthetic, cost and quality objectives. Distribute

seasonal trim logs

Delivered elevated newness and innovation through partnering

with key R&D suppliers and trend research

Strategized developed and led timing and action calendars.

Distributed seasonal trim logs

Supervised and delegated responsibilities to Fabric & Trim

department intern and freelancers

2001 – 2007 Carlisle Collection New York, NY

Trim Manager

Developed, sourced and purchased trims for woven and knit

divisions. Trims included all hardware, buckles, belts, buttons,

zippers, flowers, ribbons, tapings, embellishments, heat transfers

& accessories

Ensured quality and color meets with design approval. Followed

up on all communication between the production department and

the Hong Kong factories.

Negotiated all prices and lead time to meet with production

calendar and company markup

Coordinated and negotiated embroidery, beading and heat

transfer designs with overseas factories

Supervised two trim assistants who maintain trim tracking reports

and bill of materials

Liaison for consultant services, sample room and outlet stores

ensured quality control, trims and garment repairs.

1991 to 2001 Liz Claiborne Dresses\ New York, NY

Kenneth Cole Women’s

Trim Merchandise Manager

Sourced, developed, and negotiated prices for all special trims

including, embroidery and label development

Directed all stock orders and secure their timely delivery in factory

Monitored all specification sheets for complete and timely

information

Conducted seasonal line reviews with Customs Department,

ensured accuracy in labeling and shipping methods.

Supervised and motivated four associates.

Visited overseas factories and suppliers for sourcing and best

method instruction

1989 - 1991 Natori New York, NY

Piece Goods Manager

Responsible for sample and stock fabric purchases; negotiated

prices and

ensured timely stock delivery.

Maintained seasonal fabric line plan.

Approved stock dye lots and prints.

Established fabric library system.

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1987-1989 Carol Hochman New York, NY

Assistant Piece Goods Buyer

Responsible for creating and updating stock purchase orders.

Followed up on deliveries; alerted manager of any delays or

quality issues.

Maintained Seasonal swatch library

A.A..S., Merchandising, Laboratory Institute of Merchandising,

New York, NY, 1985.

Dale Carnegie Public Speaking, 1995.

Frontline Leadership Course, 1997.

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