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I am a senior product development, sourcing, and QA professional with a track record of building high-performing teams and scaling processes across the US, Latin America, Asia, and Europe. I design and execute end-to-end product workflows, establish supplier partnerships, and implement governance that delivers measurable cost savings, quality improvements, and on-time product launches. I specialize in developing robust product procurement cadences, implementing supplier scorecards and codes of conduct, and driving packaging and SKU optimization that boosts sales while reducing costs.…I am a senior product development, sourcing, and QA professional with a track record of building high-performing teams and scaling processes across the US, Latin America, Asia, and Europe. I design and execute end-to-end product workflows, establish supplier partnerships, and implement governance that delivers measurable cost savings, quality improvements, and on-time product launches. I specialize in developing robust product procurement cadences, implementing supplier scorecards and codes of conduct, and driving packaging and SKU optimization that boosts sales while reducing costs.

Kristen Chavez

Product Designer, Production Manager, QA Engineer, +3

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I am a senior product development, sourcing, and QA professional with a track record of building high-performing teams and scaling processes across the US, Latin America, Asia, and Europe. I design and execute end-to-end product workflows, establish supplier partnerships, and implement governance that delivers measurable cost savings, quality improvements, and on-time product launches. I specialize in developing robust product procurement cadences, implementing supplier scorecards and codes of conduct, and driving packaging and SKU optimization that boosts sales while reducing costs.…I am a senior product development, sourcing, and QA professional with a track record of building high-performing teams and scaling processes across the US, Latin America, Asia, and Europe. I design and execute end-to-end product workflows, establish supplier partnerships, and implement governance that delivers measurable cost savings, quality improvements, and on-time product launches. I specialize in developing robust product procurement cadences, implementing supplier scorecards and codes of conduct, and driving packaging and SKU optimization that boosts sales while reducing costs.

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I am a senior product development, sourcing, and QA professional with a track record of building high-performing teams and scaling processes across the US, Latin America, Asia, and Europe. I design and execute end-to-end product workflows, establish supplier partnerships, and implement governance that delivers measurable cost savings, quality improvements, and on-time product launches.

I specialize in developing robust product procurement cadences, implementing supplier scorecards and codes of conduct, and driving packaging and SKU optimization that boosts sales while reducing costs.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Portuguese

Intermediate

Work Experience

Head of Product Department- Sr. Product Development & Sourcing Manager at Alirm LLC / Mellani

March 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025

Established product development, sourcing & QA departments; expanded teams across the US, Asia and Europe. Built relationships with third‑party QC inspection agencies (OEKO-TEX, GOTS) to ensure factory compliance and quality. Reduced overall rejection rate by over 4% and lowered overhead costs by over 10%. Onboarded new supplier partners, negotiating agreements, quotes, lead times and capacity to diversify supply chain and mitigate risks. Implemented Supplier Scorecard and Supplier Code of Conduct; developed a new Product Procurement cadence enabling 200+ new SKUs (including OEKO-TEX certification) and a 16% sales increase. Redesigned packaging to reduce size, weight, and costs by over $0.40 per unit and developed new workflows, pricing models, and tech packs for current product categories.

Product Development Manager at HexArmor

August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2018

Led product redesign and increased supplier collaboration to drive sales growth of over $1M and managed product categories totaling over $9M. Oversaw product development, manufacturing expectations, lead times and factory capacity across 10+ suppliers; strengthened supplier relationships to increase output by 50% for key partners.

Head of Operations at Mun Alimentos

May 1, 2015 - July 1, 2016

Sourced quality ingredients, packaging, and kitchen supplies in collaboration with business owners, reducing costs by 30% while improving product presentation. Drafted initial business plan and risk mitigation strategies for the startup, including country compliance and food safety documentation. Created financial reports, forecasts and SKU analyses.

Sourcing Manager & Product Coordinator at Wal-Mart Stores, Inc

February 1, 2012 - May 1, 2015

Managed global sourcing for apparel and packaging; increased factory disclosure for 400+ Goods-Not-For-Resale suppliers and 300 packaging facilities, mitigating risk across a $4B portfolio. Implemented international strategy to align with global standards and achieved 100% private label factory disclosures in the Brazil market. Led development for men’s private label tops with improved quality, assortment and supplier diversification, contributing to significant cost savings (approx. $25.2M).

Assistant Apparel Designer & Production Coordinator at Perry Ellis / Axis Men’s Wear

November 1, 2007 - July 1, 2009

On-site role in Los Angeles focusing on apparel design support and production coordination.