Chris C.

• Direct end-to-end new product development of over 250+ SKUs annually for owned brands across Wholesale, E-commerce, and Special Retail channels using the Phasegate process. • Source and develop products and finishes with International and Domestic vendors, aligning cost targets and product specifications. • Support large-scale product assortment management by ensuring accuracy and integrity across product specifications, catalog systems, and e-commerce platforms. • Conduct VOC-driven trend analysis and competitive research to inform product strategy and innovation. • Participate in International and Domestic trade shows to source product, evaluate category dynamics, gather customer feedback, and support go-to-market readiness. • Coordinate with cross-functional partners including merchandizing, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment on launch timeline and execution strategies. • Manage a direct report and collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate and optimized product content.

• Developed a digital and physical library system managing over 400+ home design finishes for the global team. • Created 50+ trend-driven finishes in collaboration with U.S. and Asia teams, ensuring cost efficiency. • Lead monthly trend reviews and quarterly analysis to track sales trends, guide development, and refine finishes based on market insights. • Managed vendor and supplier relationships to ensure quality control and efficiency, collaborating with the Asia team to maintain consistency in dual-sourced materials. • Reviewed and approved product CADs, packaging, manuals, and online content for e-commerce. • Conducted market analysis using Wayfair Extranet and Market Beyond to identify trends and competitor insights.

• Managed design studio operations, overseeing logistics, workflow, and production timelines. • Sourced materials, maintained inventories, and tracked production to ensure efficiency. • Designed and developed six seasonal jewelry collections featured in runway shows and markets. • Facilitated transition to a comprehensive PDM system, improving workflow between departments. • Assisted with purchase orders, invoicing, and budgeting through SAP and GCS. • Acted as a liaison between cross-functional teams to enhance communication and improve workflow efficiency.