EUGENE LEE
Acroriver, Seocho, Seoul, KR
Summary
A dynamic VP with 25 years of experience building and leading high-performance design & sales organizations to exceed revenue targets for enterprise companies.
A proven track record of establishing enduring relationships with customers founded on trust, performance and integrity.
A driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing highest level of service to customers and creating pleasant work environment for staff.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President
Li & Fung Korea
04.2011 - 09.2020
- Led strategy, execution and operations for 6 customer accounts. Directed team of 7 directors with 30 indirect repots across 5 locations in Seoul, Vietnam, Philippines, Cambodia and Indonesia.
- Controlled $60M+ revenue for Luckybrands, Juicy Couture, Hanesbrands, DKNY Jeans, Spyder, and Under Armour
- Captured division's employee satisfaction to highest company wide
- Coordinated and played active role in production development, bulk allocation and seasonal strategies
- Ensured that compliance and testing protocol (fabric and garment) are followed
- Oversaw and managed all cost negotiations in compliance with company goals and evaluate new styles for cost efficiency and provide feedback to Design and Merchandising
- Oversaw and advised team in trouble shooting production, quality and delivery issues to avoid negative impact on quality, cost and delivery
- Coached and trained staff to help meet company goals
- Managed and built long term partnerships with vendors and mills
Divisional Merchandise Manager
Li & Fung
06.2002 - 04.2011
- Transferred to Merchandising from R&D
- Built rapport with customers founded on performance, trust and integrity
- Sourced whole products and successfully managed new brand Justice launching in 2004
- Added responsibilities of Juicy Couture after reliable performances for Justice and Express
- Resolved all happened problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service for Juicy Couture.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members including overseas staffs.
R&D Manager
Li & Fung Korea
09.2000 - 06.2002
- Adapted whole supply chain processes in global sourcing environment for US customers
- Designed and developed own product lines in knits, woven, leather for Victoria's Secret ahead of season
- Managed fabric sourcing, cost negotiations and approvals
- Communicated and negotiate with vendors to insure right cost and on-time deliveries
Design Director
Yeshin Persons.LTD.
12.1997 - 09.2000
- In charged of design team and create and develop 500sku of Women's & Men's for Maru
- Created and managed annual calender from trend analyze to launching every seasonal products to consumers along with domestic vendors and direct manufacturers
Designer
Bosung Apparel
01.1995 - 12.1997
- Maintained consistent use of updated fashion trends and focus on sales results for BoyLondon annual net sales $100M.
- Developed design deliverables that elevated, differentiated, and functioned on-brand and on-strategy.
- Built strong vendor relationships to facilitate favorable pricing on required materials.
Education
Diploma for Fashion Designer and Tech Designer -
ESMOD
Paris, France1993
High School Diploma -
SeoMoon Girls' High School
Seoul, Korea1989
Skills
- Mastering whole supply chain managing processes for garments
- Extensive knowledge in multi customers SOP
- Proactive and creative problem solving skills with strong sense of urgency
- Strong sense of leadership and teamwork especially in multi cultural environment
- Excellent attention to details and strong organizational skills
- Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing business requirements
- Strong costing and negotiation skills with clear understanding of product and supply chain components and proven record of meeting and exceeding targets
Timeline
Vice President
Li & Fung Korea
04.2011 - 09.2020
Divisional Merchandise Manager
Li & Fung
06.2002 - 04.2011
R&D Manager
Li & Fung Korea
09.2000 - 06.2002
Design Director
Yeshin Persons.LTD.
12.1997 - 09.2000
Designer
Bosung Apparel
01.1995 - 12.1997
Diploma for Fashion Designer and Tech Designer -
ESMOD
High School Diploma -
SeoMoon Girls' High School
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