RYAN BERNARD
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Strategic production leader with extensive experience in the apparel production process from creative conceptualization to delivery. Possesses a unique combination of intuition and aesthetic sensitivity to make informed decisions regarding the design and development of colors, prints, and fabrics. Collaborative communicator with the proven ability to work closely with all involved stakeholders, including cross-functional teams and global vendors to produce successful outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Denim Consultant
TELFAR
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Worked very closely with founder Telfar Clemens in building his collection through agile sourcing and continually staying aligned on the needs of the business
- Lead for2024 rigid denim re-launch
- Developed a brand new stretch denim collection that will be launching in2024
- Implemented new SOP’s for denim process and trained team
Senior Product Development Manager – Men’s Division
ONE JEANSWEAR GROUP
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Drive the development process and execution for multiple brands from concept through the pre-production approval for fabric, trim, wash and model development
- Manage all phases of the development cycle from concept to sampling/showroom through production hand off
- Anticipate and identify any obstacles for development and facilitate effective resolutions
- Create and maintain development calendars to ensure product is developed in accordance with design's vision and costing requirements
- Proactively identify timing and execution issues and provide appropriate and relevant solutions
Senior Director Production | Men’s/Boy’s Denim
RALPH LAUREN
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Spearheaded sourcing, allocation, costing, and production of approximately1.6 million units annually by effectively leveraging global trade pacts and leading production WIP processes
- Worked with global vendor base across Turkey, Tunisia, Italy, Egypt, China, Vietnam, and Mexico to ensure best resources, contract terms, and available Trade Pacts are selected, saving $500K in redeveloping BSR wash assortment
- Regularly visited factories to review production for each season and ensure that milestones were met timely
- Built a more efficient BSR line to centralize fabrication at one mill instead of three, saving $85K in new startup units and reducing BSR lead time by three months
- Drove all aspects of production to meet design expectations, timelines, and budgets for global distribution network
- Worked with merchandising, design, wash, tech, and production teams to drive fit and wash approval process, review performance, and use a holistic approach to process and product improvement
- Authored a QC shipping quality product guide unique to denim aspects of production and details of Ralph Lauren brand
- Used expertise in all areas of fabric, wash, and product development to drive entire product cycle and attain margin goals
- Oversaw, developed, and mentored team to drive performance within men’s and boy’s denim categories
Director Production | Men’s Denim
RALPH LAUREN
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Directed sourcing, allocation, costing, and production of approximately900,000 units produced with a total cost of goods value of $21.5M across European, Western Hemisphere, Asian, and Domestic Resources
- Worked with cross-functional partners to understand business needs and developed a successful sourcing plan to execute complex product mix for launch of Black Label Men’s Denim and Purple Label Men’s Denim
- Revised calendar for Black Label Men’s Denim and helped merchandising and design/wash teams adhere to timelines
- Served as liaison between design, technical design, merchandising, retail and sales, to ensure all production expectations are met
- Analyzed past line and pricing structures to facilitate cost negotiations that meet or exceed company’s financial goals
- Implemented ordering of all key fabrics via ocean to ensure readiness of resources for factories, increasing wholesale margin points by5-6% for all core programs
- Traveled seasonally to vendors to review1st baths of production wash loads, negotiate costs, and review business plans
- Performed weekly reviews of all production reports from vendors (WIPS), including cut, sew, wash, and product deadlines
Senior Production Manager | Men’s Denim
RALPH LAUREN
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Led sourcing and pricing activities while working with design team on seasonal calendars for production deadlines
- Traveled to denim vendors in Mexico and Dominican Republic to review1st baths of production wash loads per WIP timing
- Managed all vendor communication
- Partnered closely with design to ensure product integrity
Product Manager – Women’s Outerwear, Casual Pants, and Suit Separates
ANN TAYLOR
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Coordinated and managed sample development
- Ensured product integrity was met while managing costing requirements and quality
- Partnered with design to research and develop raw materials
- Responsible for developing products that met with the goals of the merchandising line plan
Product Coordinator – Men’s Design Studio
EXPRESS
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Created and maintained all seasonal line sheets
- Managed daily communication with all vendors
- Helped create and maintain PDM technical packages for bulk pass off
Skills
- Creative Conceptualization
- Strategic Planning
- Production Planning
- Sourcing and Costing
- Project Management
- Sustainability
- Vendor Relations
- Contract Negotiations
- ROI Tracking
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Education: Bachelor of Business Administration, Fashion Design Marketing, Parsons School of Design
- Service Experience: Team Lead at God’s Love We Deliver in Client Services since2009
- Though Leadership: Speaker at Parsons School of Design for fashion design senior class
Certification
Google AI Essentials Certificate - August 2024
Timeline
Denim Consultant
TELFAR
02.2023 - 11.2024
Senior Product Development Manager – Men’s Division
ONE JEANSWEAR GROUP
01.2021 - 02.2023
Senior Director Production | Men’s/Boy’s Denim
RALPH LAUREN
01.2014 - 01.2020
Director Production | Men’s Denim
RALPH LAUREN
01.2009 - 01.2014
Senior Production Manager | Men’s Denim
RALPH LAUREN
01.2004 - 01.2009
Product Manager – Women’s Outerwear, Casual Pants, and Suit Separates
ANN TAYLOR
01.2002 - 01.2004
Product Coordinator – Men’s Design Studio
EXPRESS
01.2000 - 01.2002
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