Multi-Industry Operations and Project Leader
Resume:
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Rosalia
Francoforte
rfrancoforte412@gmail
.com
Staten Island, NY
10306
SUMMARY
Dynamic professional transitioning careers, recognized for strong teamwork and reliability. Proven ability to manage multiple projects effectively while maintaining a positive attitude. Eager to leverage diverse skills in a collaborative environment. Committed to contributing to team success and achieving organizational objectives. SKILLS
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Leadership and team management
• Vendor negotiation
• Organizational skills
• Time management
• Problem solving
• Communication skills
• Multi-tasking abilities
• Personal development and motivation
• Microsoft Excel and Office proficiency
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Customer service excellence
• Expense tracking and reporting
• Customer relationship management
• Creative thinking
EXPERIENCE
Owner and Head Baker
Joy and Sweet Things Homemade Bakery, LLC/ Apr 2025 to Current Director, PD and Production Knits and Sweaters
Rag and Bone/ Jul 2021 to Oct 2025
Senior Director Structured Women's Wovens
• Creator of homemade organic sourdough breads and cookies
• Track expenses and revenue with Client Books
• Manage daily operations, including production schedules and inventory control Provide excellent customer experience through personalized service and quality assurance
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Design marketing materials promoting bakery offerings through social media platforms.
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• Host special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement. Collaborated with cross-functional partners to execute seasonal development plans for two growing categories.
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Strategic planning for onboarding multiple offshore vendors to alleviate the impact of tariff increases
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• Responsible for sourcing seasonal fabrics for four collections in 3 divisions
• Manage development for over 300 SKUs in two divisions Coordinate prebooking of over $1M of raw material for future use to achieve maximum cost savings
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• Collaborated with design teams to align product offerings with market trends. Managed cross-functional teams to streamline operations and improve project outcomes.
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• Oversaw budget allocation for various departments ensuring resource efficiency.
• Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders to support company objectives.
• Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members. J. Crew/ Apr 2018 to Oct 2020
Director Women's and Girls Crewcuts Wovens and Denim J. Crew/ Nov 2016 to Apr 2018
Senior Manager Women's Wovens
J. Crew/ Mar 2013 to Nov 2016
Manager Women's Bottoms and Denim
J. Crew/ Oct 2010 to Mar 2013
Production Assistant-Associate Manager Women's
J. Crew/ Jan 2003 to Oct 2010
• Reduced AUC for core outerwear programs, saving $250K for the season. Expanded and grew offshore vendor base while reducing China production to under 30%.
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• Developed and grew a single vendor to become a key blazer manufacturer. Identified opportunities to reduce factory lead-times through collaborative work with factories, mills, and cross-functional teams
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• Prepositioned over $4M of raw material for future use to achieve maximum cost savings
• Strategized sourcing roadmap to leverage business across various divisions.
• Managed and developed a team of 8 reports.
• Incorporated six direct vendors into the sourcing matrix while reducing agents
• Identified key programs and facilitated tracking of pre-booked raw materials
• Implemented an 11-week fast-track production plan for the bestselling pant
• Sourced new fabric for #1 girl's jogger, saving $200K in peak season Partnered with mills and factories to execute a quick replenishment program for fashion woven tops based on selling reports.
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Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve design aesthetic while maintaining target cost.
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Managed denim manufacturing in Los Angeles and Mexico while growing business with core mill suppliers.
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• Negotiated garment prices for all denim products Maintained a wash library for design inspiration while supporting cross-functional teams
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EDUCATION
Certificate Product Development Manager
Fashion Institute of Technology Dec 2022
New York, NY
Certificate of Culinary Arts
The Art Institutes Jan 2008
New York, NY
WEBSITES, PORTFOLIOS, PROFILES
• www.linkedin.com/in/rosaliafrancoforte
LANGUAGES
Spanish:
Native/ Bilingual
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