Jana Holmes

• Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams for streamlined procurement processes, resulting in cost savings.
• Enhanced purchasing efficiency through the development and implementation of strategic sourcing plans.
• Achieved cost reductions by identifying alternative suppliers and negotiating better pricing agreements.
• Reduced lead times through proactive communication with vendors about delivery schedules and potential delays.
• Maintained detailed records of all purchases, enabling effective tracking of expenses and supplier performance.
• Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.

• Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized consultations and recommending suitable styles, colors, and products.
• Utilize styling expertise, training, data, and a variety of software programs to provide world-class fashion advice.
• Achieve and exceed daily, weekly, and monthly performance metrics.

• Assist advisors in servicing clients including preparing financial plans and conducting investment research.
• Facilitate and manage the client onboarding process gather client data, and set up/maintain client management in CRM.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
• Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.

• Led, managed, and mentored Design team in all aspects of Design. Responsible for training and holding the team accountable.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.
• Department lead for all design budget management and financial planning, responsible for setting and adhering to monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets; including freelance, travel, samples and print purchases.
• Leveraged industry knowledge and emerging trends to build innovative messaging and bring design concepts to fruition.
• Led creative brainstorming sessions, fostering innovative ideas and enhancing team performance.
• Streamlined design processes for increased efficiency and improved collaboration among team members.
• Mentored junior designers to enhance their skills and contribute more effectively to the team.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of designs into final products.
• Implemented best practices in design principles, contributing to high-quality deliverables consistently meeting deadlines.

• Built, led, managed, and mentored the Design Development and CAD team in all aspects. Under my direction, we grew from 0-170 stores with an online business.
• Drove business expansion by identifying new markets, conducting research, and developing targeted marketing campaigns.
• Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy.
• Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
• Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
• Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
• Established, developed, and strengthened key vendor relationships.
• International travel.

• Managed the color and print department for Caribbean Joe and Private Labels.
• Extensive travel to Asia.
• Extensive work with overseas mills on all phases of development to production.
• Managed a team of print professionals, ensuring timely completion of projects while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Managed vendor selection and relations to guarantee best pricing and on-time deliveries.

Increased print quality by implementing color management techniques and calibrating printers.

• Streamlined print production process for faster turnaround times and improved customer satisfaction.
• Collaborated with graphic designers to ensure accurate reproduction of artwork in printed materials.
• Participated in cross-functional teams to develop creative solutions for complex print challenges.
• Attended forecast presentations.

• Developed and designed prints for Jones New York, Gloria Vanderbilt and Evan-Picone.
• Developed color palettes and print trends each season for all accounts.
• Streamlined print production process for faster turnaround times and improved customer satisfaction.
• Collaborated with graphic designers to ensure accurate reproduction of artwork in printed materials.