Saxon East
Winfield,KS
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Product Manager bringing 12 years with a proven track record of driving project success and increasing sales revenue through strategic specification and product development. Skilled in managing teams and projects from ideation to implementation, with a focus on efficiency and process improvement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Category/Product Manager
Open Road Brands
06.2017 - Current
- Analyzing sales data using Power BI to inform strategic decision-making
- Leading creative design projects from ideation to execution, ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality standards
- New Product Development & Sourcing - creating or improving a product that meets customer needs and is profitable for the company
- Collaborating with Sales, Licensor's, and Buyers to identify product development opportunities
- Maintaining brand integrity while meeting retail needs through close collaboration with Licensor's
- Conducting market research to anticipate upcoming opportunities and stay ahead of trends
- Managing projects and products within Netsuites, including item creation, production progress tracking, and sample requests
- Key Customers: Tractor Supply, Hobby Lobby, E-commerce, Meijer, Spirit Halloween,
Senior Product Manager
Hadley Development
10.2012 - 05.2017
- Managing multiple soft goods programs, including FOB, LDP, and private label products
- Negotiating garment details and specs with international factories
- Conducting market research to identify new consumer goods and fashion concepts
- Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, co-workers, and factories
- Overseeing QA, QC, product testing, documentation, and packaging to ensure quality standards
- Training incoming product managers.
CA/PR
Renshaw Chiropractic
01.2012 - 09.2012
- Managing patient information, insurance data entry, and scheduling
- Preparing business reports and patient correspondence
- Implementing marketing activities and community outreach initiatives
- Handling insurance coding, collections, and general administrative duties.
Education
Textile Design -
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS12.2010
Associate of Arts -
Cowley County Community College
Arkansas City, KS05.2007
Skills
- KPI Tracking
- Project Management
- Strategic Project Planning
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Data-driven decision-making
- Product Development, Vision and Strategy
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Oracle: Netsuites
- Box Enterprise
- Microsoft Office Suite (including Power BI)
Timeline
Senior Category/Product Manager
Open Road Brands
06.2017 - Current
Senior Product Manager
Hadley Development
10.2012 - 05.2017
CA/PR
Renshaw Chiropractic
01.2012 - 09.2012
Textile Design -
University of Kansas
Associate of Arts -
Cowley County Community College
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