alyssa schuetz

* Supported the review of submits to meet development deadlines with a focus on product quality and consistency of details * Timeline driven to ensure company was positioned to submit orders by deadline * Responsible for the overhaul of re-organizing and maintaining sample library prioritizing efficiency and productivity * Communicated to cross-functional teams including product development, design, and drafting responses to overseas factories * Color Test: Distinct Color Discrimination

* Researched and strategized recommendations for efficient and sustainable shipping/packaging product based on customer needs * Advised target segmentation and data analytics through customer survey to identify patterns and key points * Supported development of pilot strategy program through e-commerce customer questionnaire * Demonstrated flexibility of project management required by the start-up environment * Designed graphics for hangers demonstrating efficiency in Adobe

* Developed two-month social media campaign to promote sustainable fashion * Designed platform to empower consumers and reached over 17,000 people * Participated in educational seminars featuring speakers from company sponsors (Colombia, Eileen Fisher, Levis) about ethical sourcing, sustainable supply chains, and consumer behavior

* Directed models on day-of-event for two successful live shows * Organized hiring, model go-sees, and fittings between agencies, models, and designers * Managed and effectively problem-solved issues during event including wardrobe malfunctions and model replacement

* Published original content for online blog and magazine * Edited copy in all magazine articles * Assisted visual design in magazine * Participated in leading photoshoots

* Managed sales catalog and promotional ads presented at company’s annual sales meeting * Designed the US Olympics Luge warm-up uniform collection by utilizing Adobe Illustrator * Merchandised, planned, and executed US Rowing team e-commerce collection * Reduced time and production costs by adapting designs to on-site inventory

* Executed visual strategy by organizing merchandise to maximize visibility and increase sales * Optimized floor layout to improve customer flow and merchandise interaction * Reconciled cash accounts, managed inventory, and met and exceeded sales goals

* Collaborated with design team to craft creative and visually stimulating performances for judged competitions * Directed and organized rehearsal activities to manage time efficiently and analyzed * performance qualities through coaching strategies and techniques that fit the client’s needs * Ensured each student received a positive learning experience that led to personal growth and self-confidence

* Cataloged products and managed location of product on the floor through multitasking of responsibilities * Categorized in-store products to improve sales and layout * Communicated with clients to provide knowledgeable and high quality customer service in a timely manner

* Mapped and evaluated warranty program performance on global scope * Identified best practices for product repair and recycling * Proposed recommendations for global warranty and repair program, encompassing policies, processes, and physical and human resources

* Responsible for daily communication with suppliers * Send/receive development packages to overseas suppliers with consistent follow up * Track status of samples, update SMS charts/logs, and alert management of exceptions * PLM experience updating style/cost sheets * Operate with working knowledge of development process, and internal/external partners * Building effective internal partnerships for cross functional synergy and collaboration * Anticipate needs of VP/Director to ensure submit reviews/fittings are efficient to meet production timeline milestones with a focus on product execution, consistency of details, and target margin of error * SUSTAINABILITY | Showed leadership in identifying waste management inefficiencies resulting in: * external partnership with nonprofit organization to ensure excess fabric is reused/recycled, * product life extension of sample trims through internal reuse for in-house garment samples, * Maximizing current company practice of recycling paper in sample headers to further eliminate waste