Paulina MONTEZ

Vendor Management: Cultivated strong relationships with domestic and international vendors. Managed end-to-end communication, purchase orders, and follow-ups, resolving issues quickly to minimize production delays.

Forecasting and Demand Planning: Analyze inbound shipments, historical data, and market trends to forecast packaging needs for upcoming product launches and seasonal demands. Monitor and manage inventory levels of packaging materials across warehouses and retail locations to prevent shortages or overstock.

Shipping Logistics: Managed documentation, freight arrangements, and cost tracking for international shipments of packaging materials.

Sample Coordination: Tracked sample receiving, thoroughly reviewing and communicated detailed fit and construction comments to factories to ensure alignment with design and quality standards.

Cross Functional Collaboration: Collaborated closely with design, merchandising, and logistics to align production with brand vision and sales goals. Maintained production trackers, WIP reports, and seasonal calendars to provide updates to cross-functional teams.

Creative Production Support: Acted as the department representative at photoshoots working closely with creative teams to ensure all items from the shot list were prepped and available on set, as well as styled and worn correctly.

Vendor Coordination: Collaborated with catering, AV, and venue vendors to secure services, negotiate terms, and ensure smooth event execution. Scheduled and led site walk-throughs to align vendor responsibilities with event timelines, and setup logistics.

Event Planning and Execution: Developed detailed event timelines and checklists to keep planning on track. Delegated assignments during team meetings, led event setup and takedown, and provided day-of support to troubleshoot issues, and ensure a seamless guest experience.

Marketing & Guest Experience: Managed social media campaigns and promotional materials to boost event engagement.

Manage Office Operations: Manage day-to-day office requirements, including supervising maintenance scheduling, maintaining office supply, and the development and implementation of office policies and procedures.

Point of Contact: Serve as a point of contact for internal and external communication regarding office issues, concerns, and inquiries.

Event Coordination: Plan and execute company events like holiday parties and seasonal sample sales ensuring cost-effective plans adhere to budget.