Ashley Gatto
New York,NY
Summary
Highly motivated and results-driven product development professional with 10+ years experience in building and evolving high quality product. A proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional teams, driving project timelines, and exceeding expectations. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my expertise to contribute to the growth and success of a dynamic organization.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Tapestry-Coach
Product Development Manager- Footwear
New York
04.2021 - Current
- Lead end-to-end PD lifecycle from concept through commercialization.
- Oversee all technical development including fit, prototyping, wear testing, blue print approvals, and spec building.
- Drive cost engineering and margin optimization initiatives through material rationalization, construction improvements, and vendor negotiations.
- Travel to Asia and Brazil to supervise sample making, fit, material development, and Top of Line samples.
Tapestry- Stuart Weitzman
Product Development- Senior Manager- Footwear
New York
11.2019 - 04.2021
- Launched successful Made for Outlet program which now matches profitability of the SW Mainline collection.
- Built casual sneakers from 5% of the collection to 20% of the collection.
- Oversaw the development process in Spain and Asia, adhering to all milestones without compromise to fit, comfort, or quality.
- Traveled to Spain over 5+ times annually.
- Managed & trained a team including the PD coordinator & materials coordinator.
Tapestry- Stuart Weitzman
Product Development- Manager- Footwear
New York
04.2018 - 11.2019
- Partnered in spearheading a new PLM system to efficiently store and manage all crucial product information.
- Collaborated closely with design to meticulously detail and dispatch specs & choose collection materials and color palettes.
- Traveled to Spain with Design and Global Head of GM to review the development samples in regard to fit 5+ times annually.
Tapestry- Coach
Product Development Coordinator-Men's Leathergoods
New York
10.2016 - 04.2018
- Built all Men's & special projects technical specs.
- Tracked, negotiated, and approved all development and PO costs.
Camuto Group- Louise Et Cie
Design Coordinator- Footwear
New York
09.2015 - 10.2016
- Built the material, color, & trend boards seasonally.
- Assisted in Spec building, sketching, rendering, inking, & CADs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
Boston College
MassachusettsInternship - undefined
Michael Kors
08-2013
Skills
- KNOWLEDGE OF LEATHER, SYNTHETIC, AND TEXTILES
- AMPLE EXPERIENCE IN COSTING/ COST ENGINEERING
- STRONG UNDERSTANDING OF PATTERNS, MOLDS & CONSTRUCTIONS
- EXPERIENCE IN HARDWARE & JEWELRY DEVELOPMENT
- KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE OF PLM SYSTEMS
- MICROSOFT OFFICE EXPERTISE
- EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION & RELATIONSHIP BUILDING
- DATA DRIVEN DECISION MAKING
Timeline
Tapestry-Coach
Product Development Manager- Footwear
04.2021 - Current
Tapestry- Stuart Weitzman
Product Development- Senior Manager- Footwear
11.2019 - 04.2021
Tapestry- Stuart Weitzman
Product Development- Manager- Footwear
04.2018 - 11.2019
Tapestry- Coach
Product Development Coordinator-Men's Leathergoods
10.2016 - 04.2018
Camuto Group- Louise Et Cie
Design Coordinator- Footwear
09.2015 - 10.2016
Internship - undefined
Michael Kors
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
Boston College
Strengths
- Deadline-driven
- Detail-obsessed
- Strong interpersonal communication
- Strategic thinker
- Strong Leadership qualities
- Decision making confidence
- Self motivation and independence
- Technical proficiency
- Positive attitude
- Initiative
- Collaborative
- Depenable
- Eager to learn
- Adaptable
- Problem-solving attitude
- Results driven