Deloucia Greene
Los Angeles,USA
Summary
Experienced Brand Manager with over 10 years in the fashion industry and a proven ability to manage the full development cycle, from concept and artwork approvals through sampling, costing, and production—while ensuring product integrity at every stage. Skilled in maintaining brand consistency, compliance, and quality standards across global manufacturing and supply chains. Adept at coordinating with internal teams, customers, and overseas partners to deliver high-quality, brand-right solutions on time and within budget. Recognized for cross-functional collaboration, technical accuracy, and a proactive approach to ensuring product excellence in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Brand Manager
American Zabin
11.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: A global branding and packaging company specializing in the development and production of trims for the apparel industry.
- Coordinate the end-to-end product development cycle, from initial concept through final costing, ensuring timely and accurate execution across all phases
- Liaise with global manufacturing facilities to communicate art concepts, manage sampling, and facilitate ongoing development follow-ups
- Serve as the main point of contact for international subsidiaries and production sites, maintaining consistent communication to ensure alignment and execution
- Manage daily communication with customers, setting clear expectations and maintaining accuracy throughout the development process
- Ensure delivery of high-quality products and exceptional service by overseeing all customer touchpoints and resolving issues promptly
Production Coordinator
Barefoot Dreams
10.2018 - 11.2024
- Company Overview: Barefoot Dreams is a luxury knitwear brand known for its incredibly soft & cozy loungewear, blankets, and chic accessories.
- Manage testing, inspections, and compliance documentation throughout the entire product lifecycle—from development to final production.
Review and approve third-party lab test reports to ensure products meet all physical, chemical, and safety requirements - Develop and maintain comprehensive compliance documentation and technical files for all SKUs to support regulatory and internal quality standards.
- Track vendor performance and inspection outcomes regularly and support decision-making across and production.
- Oversee the full product lifecycle including coordinating the approval of trims, RFID tickets, bulk swatches, and TOPs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline production workflows and ensure quality standards are met.
- Manage cut-and-sew and knit styles for men, women, kids, and accessories, both domestically and overseas, ensuring timely approvals.
- Track orders, customer specifications, and shipments to contribute to on-time delivery while maintaining design consistency.
Stylist & Sales Advisor
Topshop, The Grove
04.2015 - 06.2019
- Company Overview: A fashion forward British retailer of clothing, shoes, make-up, and accessories
- Cultivated strong client relationships by effectively communicating the quality, functionality, and value of merchandise, enhancing the customer experience through personalized clothing recommendations, and executing sales floor tasks, including merchandising and inventory control.
- Achieved year-over-year sales increases through strategic suggestive selling and implemented process improvements in fitting room usage and payment processing.
Product Development Coordinator
Renfro Corporation
08.2015 - 07.2018
- Company Overview: Renfro Corporation is a global leader in the manufacturing of leg wear products in North America and selected international markets.
- Developed and implemented strategic product development initiatives throughout the entire design process, from initial concept to completion, driving a 30% improvement in delivery timelines.
- Collaborated with designers, quality assurance specialists, and business operations to fulfill all production requirements, including packaging artwork, labels, color selection, lab dip reviews, fabric quality assessments, and fit measurements.
- Maintained and nurtured strong relationships with vendors to ensure seamless communication and support throughout the production lifecycle.
Fashion Buying & Production Intern
Patty Park Agency & People's Project LA
12.2014 - 06.2015
- Company Overview: Patty Park Agency is a fashion buying and marketing consulting company that provides fashion forward clothing, trend insight, and sales expertise to boutiques and department stores nationwide. People's Project LA is an LA based wholesale company that provides women's and tween's clothing and accessories.
- Completed high-level projects, including photographing merchandise, creating line sheets, and entering client orders.
- Participated in style-out fittings and selected merchandise in the San Pedro Mart.
- Conducted trend research and market analysis to inform purchasing decisions.
- Actively participated in buyer meetings, contributing to presentations on trendy pieces, market trends, best sellers, product details, and strategic merchandising.
- Executed sourcing, sample logistics, maintained product records, and audited all processes to ensure operational efficiency.
- Communicated with clients regarding product performance based on sales data derived from EDI reports.
Showroom Assistant Intern
Donatella Showroom
03.2014 - 05.2014
- Company Overview: Donatella Showroom, a leading multi-brand showroom for women's contemporary fashion
- Assisted with photoshoots, including model styling and garment readiness.
- Created email blasts using Adobe Photoshop to promote products and updates.
- Increased brand awareness through various channels, including social media marketing, contacting prospective clients, and sending updates on new arrivals and discounts, resulting in a 20% increase in buyer engagement through strategic trend analysis and feedback.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising & Retail Marketing
Johnson & Wales University
Miami, FLSkills
- PLM (Product Lifecycle Management)
- ERP systems
- Manage product testing, inspections, and compliance
- Vendor Relations & Capacity Planning
- Production Calendar Management
- Garment & Fabric Development
- Cross-functional Team Collaboration
- Trend & Market Analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Tech Pack & RFID Management
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Bulk Order Management
- Problem-solving & Troubleshooting
- On-time Delivery Optimization
Timeline
Brand Manager
American Zabin
11.2024 - Current
Production Coordinator
Barefoot Dreams
10.2018 - 11.2024
Product Development Coordinator
Renfro Corporation
08.2015 - 07.2018
Stylist & Sales Advisor
Topshop, The Grove
04.2015 - 06.2019
Fashion Buying & Production Intern
Patty Park Agency & People's Project LA
12.2014 - 06.2015
Showroom Assistant Intern
Donatella Showroom
03.2014 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising & Retail Marketing
Johnson & Wales University
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