Jessica Deakin
Product Develop Manager
Seattle,WA
Summary
Hard-working team player manager with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Offering extensive knowledge of modern product trends and in-depth research. Successful at implementing computer designs and bringing detail-oriented work to any project.
Portfolio : https://jessica-deakin.my.canva.site/
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Development Manager
Andover Brands, DII Imports
Tukwila, WA
05.2021 - 09.2024
- Create layouts, prints, visual designs, edits, color palettes, photo editing, retail packaging, and digital catalogs using vast programs like Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Canvas, and Adobe InDesign
- Design trend-setting new products across various sales platforms (Small Accounts, E-Commerce, Large Key Accounts, and Catalogs)
- Categories consist of pets, kitchen textiles, rugs, doormats, storage, outdoor decor, and home decor
- Generating over 2M in current quarter and over 10M in fiscal year.]
- Project managed with cross-functional teams to identify profitability opportunities, ensuring compliance with quality standards, problem-solving, and allocating strategies to continue growth
- Research new products, trend mood boards, HTS code, freight requirements, and extensive overseas sourcing for best wholesale pricing from China, India, Pakistan, and Vietnam vendors
- NetSuite database management of new item set-up, system clean-ups, and universal terminology across 12 brands
- DII is now Andover Brands as of 2023]
- Develop procedures, guidelines, and strategies to improve workflow performance from brands while building rapport and long-term relationships with 50+ overseas vendors
- Attend meetings to evaluate findings from market research and brainstorm creative ideas to differentiate brand
- Led 12+ team of production overseas teams, 2 graphic designers, and 3+ sales managers to provide constructive feedback on creative designs and deliver ongoing coaching and mentorship.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Import Buyer & Blown Glass Coordinator
Glass Eye Studios
Seattle, WA
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Developed new products from conceptualization, design, sourcing, and negotiated pricing for blown glass products with overseas distributors
- Forecast prior year sales data with current market trends to decrease loss profits while establishing customer relationships
- Generating 500k+ with first ever NHL Seattle Kraken mercury ornaments deal]
- Led team of 5+ glass blowers to create elaborate blown cremation memorials with specific guidelines, color palettes, and standards
- Each was inspected extensively before delivery
- Create production schedules for two divisions of cremation glass memorials running from 50-300 blown per day, while pushing shipping deadlines and increasing productivity by 50% for large mortuary companies, third-party sellers, and individuals
- Assist in trade shows and marketing presentations.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Collaborated with sales team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
Visual Merchandiser
Fireworks Gallery
Seattle, WA
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Drive advertising and sales efforts by designing window displays and floor sets
- Perform seasonal floor changes to increase foot traffic
- Set up various merchandise (i.e., apparel, home decor, toys, novelty, and gifts) for 7 stores in collaboration with owner, management, and various teams' instruction
- Increased efficiency and sales by 50% every week while assessing business needs, space planning, and trends to execute eye-catching visual displays.
- Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.
- Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
- Managed aesthetically pleasing displays to showcase company products and increase sales.
- Used props and lighting to enhance appearance and visibility of displays.
- Developed themes, props and lighting for merchandise displays.
- Incorporated new design techniques to create innovative and eye-catching displays.
Home Staging Coordinator
J Luxe Designs
Seattle, WA
03.2017 - 05.2018
- Execute 15+ home stages measuring from 800 square feet condominiums to 7000+ square feet simultaneously
- Enhanced market value and exceeded clients' expectations by enhancing curb appeal driving sales by 85% increase for variety of clients, including MN Homes
- Multi-tasked responsibilities from accepting warehouse shipments, creating new database, and constructing invoices documenting cost of items used for each individual staging to allow home buyers to purchase decor with home
- Led third-party staff members and moving companies throughout staging process for distribution of furniture/decor to locations
- Hands-on experience with assembling, hanging decor, and executing various interior design styles while leaving zero evidence of being in house with un-staging once home sold.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.
- Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
- Maintained knowledge of constantly changing interior design trends and products.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Pierce College
Puyallup, WASome College (No Degree) - Psychology
University of Washington
Seattle, WASkills
NetSuite
Microsoft Office
Sales Force
Social Media Platforms
Vendor relationships
Project presentations
Team building
Attention to Detail
Visual design
Project Management
Adobe Creative Suite
Image manipulation
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Mockups and prototypes
Self-Motivated
Planning and Coordination
Accomplishments
- Achieved the first-ever line of Seattle Kraken National Hockey League ornaments by completing project with accuracy, trend setting, and development.
- Spurred sales growth across four store locations by analyzing industry trends to create eye-catching displays.
- Increased market value of homes and generated faster sales by developing appealing interior design concepts.
- Boosted employee morale and oversaw a 50% increase in attendance at company events by initiating a
creative and inspiring campaign. - Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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The first-ever line of Seattle Kraken National Hockey League ornaments
In 2020, Seattle was awarded the opportunity for a brand new National Hockey League Team since 1975. The reveal of the team logo was still under wraps, but the distribution company for their retail store associated with the arena under construction wanted to keep the fan interest heightened. I was responsible from start to finish for the product development of the first-ever mercury ornaments for the holiday season. With extensive knowledge and design experience, I made the themed hockey puck and ice skates sourced and led international vendors in the creation. Work extensively to have the production done and delivered with a tight deadline, in addition to the company-only mercury ornament hockey puck for family and board members. All proceeds from the purchases of the ornaments went to charity.
Quote
Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions.
Albert Einstein
Timeline
Production Development Manager
Andover Brands, DII Imports
05.2021 - 09.2024
Import Buyer & Blown Glass Coordinator
Glass Eye Studios
08.2019 - 04.2021
Visual Merchandiser
Fireworks Gallery
03.2018 - 05.2019
Home Staging Coordinator
J Luxe Designs
03.2017 - 05.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
University of Washington
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Pierce College