About
Highly accomplished Fashion Designer and Production Manager with 17 years of international experience across design, manufacturing, and team leadership. Proven ability to translate creative visions into marketable collections, optimize production workflows, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence. Seeking to leverage a unique blend of artistic expertise and hands-on management skills to drive innovation and efficiency in a dynamic apparel environment.
Work
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Summary
Led all operational aspects of a 15-person fashion workshop in the USA, overseeing production, quality control, and team performance to deliver high-quality apparel.
Highlights
Managed a team of 15 skilled artisans and technicians, fostering a collaborative environment that improved productivity by 20% within the first year.
Streamlined production workflows and implemented lean manufacturing principles, reducing manufacturing lead times by 15% while maintaining stringent quality standards.
Oversaw comprehensive inventory management and supply chain logistics, achieving a 10% reduction in material waste and optimizing resource allocation across projects.
Implemented rigorous quality control protocols, resulting in a 98% first-pass yield for all garments and minimizing rework, enhancing client satisfaction.
Coordinated with designers and clients to ensure timely delivery of custom orders and seasonal collections, consistently meeting project deadlines and exceeding expectations.
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Summary
Spearheaded the design and development of multiple fashion collections for a prominent Belarusian fashion house, influencing market trends and driving brand growth.
Highlights
Designed and launched over 20 successful collections annually, contributing to a consistent 10% year-over-year increase in sales and market share.
Conducted extensive market research and trend analysis, integrating insights into innovative designs that resonated with target demographics and expanded customer base.
Collaborated closely with pattern makers, sample makers, and production teams to ensure design integrity and manufacturability from initial concept to final product.
Managed fabric and trim sourcing, negotiating with domestic and international suppliers to achieve a 5% cost reduction without compromising material quality.
Presented compelling design concepts to leadership and marketing teams, securing buy-in for new lines and contributing to successful brand campaigns that boosted visibility.
Languages
English
Fluent
Belarusian
Native
Russian
Native
Skills
Fashion Design
Collection Development, Trend Forecasting, Sketching, Draping, Pattern Making, Textile Selection, Color Theory.
Production Management
Workshop Management, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Control, Supply Chain Optimization, Inventory Management, Production Planning, Vendor Management.
Design Software
Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop), CAD Software.
Leadership & Management
Team Leadership, Cross-functional Collaboration, Project Management, Process Improvement, Mentoring, Operational Efficiency.