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Industries
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Maria Razo

Maria Razo

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Strategic Sourcing and Product Development Manager with 13+ years of experience driving end-to-end apparel execution for multi-brand organizations. Proven expertise in global sourcing, cost optimization, cross-functional leadership, and production lifecycle management. Known for delivering high-quality products on time and within cost parameters while continuously improving processes, timelines, and operational efficiency.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Product Development & Sourcing Manager

Boxercraft
01.2024 - Current
  • Serve as Brand Manager across NG Lab brands and product categories, leading development, production, and sourcing strategy
  • Oversee full product lifecycle from strategic planning through product launch
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration across design, sales, logistics, and overseas factory partners
  • Drive cost efficiencies, timeline improvements, and risk mitigation through proactive problem-solving
  • Ensure on-time delivery, quality standards, and margin targets are consistently met
  • Oversee production and logistics documentation across NG Lab divisions
  • Division of NG Labs

Product Development & Sourcing Coordinator

Boxercraft
04.2021 - 01.2024
  • Managed development and production execution from concept through bulk production
  • Maintained direct communication with global factories to ensure delivery timelines and quality standards
  • Supported sample approvals, production tracking, and issue resolution

Purchasing Scheduler

Boxercraft
01.2012 - 04.2021
  • Led production scheduling and vendor communication to support inventory flow and demand
  • Maintained inventory levels and minimized backorders through proactive planning
  • Supported purchasing strategies aligned with operational and sales needs

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business

University of Phoenix
Gainesville, GA
12-2022

Operations Management Certificate -

University of Phoenix
Gainesville, GA
12-2022

Skills

  • Global sourcing and vendor negotiation
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Production planning
  • Logistics coordination
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Team leadership
  • Product Development & Production Management
  • Cost Control & Margin Optimization
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Process Improvement & Risk Management
  • ERP & PLM Systems
  • Team Training & Mentorship
  • Data Analysis & Reporting

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Industries

  • Fashion & Apparel
  • Sourcing
  • Production
  • Operations

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Product Development & Sourcing Manager

Boxercraft
01.2024 - Current

Product Development & Sourcing Coordinator

Boxercraft
04.2021 - 01.2024

Purchasing Scheduler

Boxercraft
01.2012 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Business

University of Phoenix

Operations Management Certificate -

University of Phoenix
Maria Razo