Available to hire
Based on my over 30years experience in the garments business, I know how to handle garments from samples to product development, sourcing for raw materials suppliers and garment production, quality control, shipment monitoring, documentation checking, and payment collection. Aside from my experiences, I am a team player and a team leader.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Tagalog
Fluent
Thai
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Work Experience
Senior Product Development – Sourcing & Marketing Manager at TK Garment Maesod Co., Ltd.
January 1, 2024 - PresentCoordinates with buyers on inquiries, product developments, costings, confirmed orders, quality requirements, sample requirements, production status, packing requirements, vessel bookings, shipments, and related activities. Oversees Merchandisers and monitors material sourcing (fabrics/trims), negotiates supplier prices, develops styling, approves samples, ensures alignment with buyer specs, reviews cost sheets, follows up POs and PI issuance, liaises with internal departments, manages import and production status, coordinates with QA/Logistics on quality and packing, prepares packing instructions, and leads weekly merchandising team meetings while reporting to senior leadership.
Product Development Manager / Head of Design Department at Why Corporate Co., Ltd.
February 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023Liaises with buyers in Japan, Malaysia and UK on product developments, price quotations, orders, and bulk production. Sources sublimation printing factories and coordinates with factories and buyers on production planning and delivery for Bespoke orders, team wear, and uniforms. Ensures fabrics, trims, and accessories meet buyer quality standards. Manages Graphic Design Department and reviews tech packs, artworks and samples for buyer approval; disseminates sublimation print orders and monitors bulk production to shipment. Conducts factory evaluations of new suppliers, reviews cost sheets, and develops new styles until confirmed by customers.
Business Development Manager / Senior Merchandising Manager at Siam Apparel Co., Ltd.
August 1, 2014 - March 1, 2020Handled multiple international accounts (e.g., ONeills Ireland, Prenatal Italy, Avoca Ireland, Danny Shane USA, Hunkemoller NL, TNT Europe) for sportswear, gym wear, uniforms, and kids wear. Responsible for product development and business development, supervising merchandisers and QA, liaising with buyers, sourcing garments and trims, factory evaluations, pre-production and bulk production coordination, QA and testing oversight, shipment tracking, attending trade fairs, and reporting to Managing Director.
Merchandising Manager at Hybrid Apparel
March 1, 2014 - July 31, 2014Handled CMT orders for the main office (Disney licenses, Levi’s, Walmart, Kmart, Sears, Kohls, Macy’s, Target, etc.); analyzed tech packs, coordinated with buyers, sourced factories, prepared BOMs, and managed fabrics/trims bookings. Monitored production, led weekly merchandising meetings with merchandisers and QC inspectors, prepared weekly order updates, and reported to General Manager.
Business Development Manager / Merchandising Manager / QC Manager at International Textile Procurement Services (ITPS), division of Polyconcept
May 1, 2000 - September 1, 2013Handled multiple international accounts; led product development and business development efforts; supervised merchandisers and QC inspectors; liaised with buyers; conducted factory evaluations; led pre-production meetings; monitored QA and production; ensured on-time shipments; coordinated export documents; trained junior staff; provided market and product development insights to buyers; attended trade fairs.
Merchandiser at Disney Trading Company, Philippines
May 1, 1999 - February 1, 2000Managed Disney Store and Disney World Girls division assortments; led product development, embroidery/printing/testing, and packing for approvals; sourced factories; participated in bidding processes; evaluated samples and ensured compliance; coordinated sample dispatch and monitored production/shipment; maintained weekly TNA calendars.
Merchandiser at Wear Me Apparel Corporation
May 1, 1997 - April 1, 1999Handled children’s wear for USA licenses and major retailers; analyzed detail sheets; sourced factories; coordinated fabrics and trims; prepared cost sheets and quotes; ensured lab tests; conducted pre-production meetings; monitored production and shipments; coordinated with export department.
Secretary / Sample Coordinator / Asst. Merchandiser at Yardarm Trading Co. (Charming Shoppes, Inc. subsidiary)
January 1, 1991 - September 1, 1992Managed reception, scheduled appointments, evaluated and tagged samples, dispatched and monitored samples for buyer approvals; coordinated QC schedules with Merchandiser; summarized production plans; supported Executive Secretary and Merchandising Manager.
Documentation Staff / Asst. Merchandiser at Continental Manufacturing Company (Vonnel Group of Companies)
July 1, 1987 - September 1, 1990Prepared importation documents, conducted field work at customs warehouse, monitored incoming accessories and trims, performed inventories, repackaged items for distribution, updated material control, and assisted Bonds Liquidation Manager and Merchandiser.
Merchandiser at Wear Me Apparel Corporation
November 1, 1992 - February 1, 1994Handled children’s wear for USA market; analyzed detail sheets; sourced factories; coordinated fabrics/trims; prepared cost sheets and quotes; ensured lab tests; pre-production; monitored production; shipments.
Senior Merchandiser / QC Inspector at Clark Brown Associates, Inc.
March 1, 1994 - December 31, 1996Managed hard goods for USA and Canada markets; liaised with buyers; sourced and developed items; negotiated prices; ensured quality and finishes; monitored production and shipments; coordinated with banks for inward remittances; conducted pre-production, inline, pre-final and final inspections; provided weekly production updates.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Colegio De San Juan De Letran, Intramuros, Metro Manila, Philippines
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1987Qualifications
Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Retail, Wholesale & Distribution, Professional Services
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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