Shannon Eliya
Hillsdale
Summary
Results-driven global sourcing and product development leader with over 15 years of experience in the fashion and retail industry. Proven expertise in managing multi million unit programs, building global vendor relationships, and streamlining pre-production through final delivery.
Known for driving margin improvements, ensuring compliance, and executing high-volume, on-time product launches. Adept at collaborating cross-functionally to translate design vision into scalable, cost-effective production strategies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Sourcing Manager
The Children’s Place
01.2019 - 03.2025
- Lead sourcing for Adult Sleepwear and Loungewear (PJ PLACE), identifying cost-effective fabrications and boosting margin efficiency.
- Launched new category development for TGP Girls’ Leggings, driving innovation and expanding assortments.
- Manage end-to-end pre-production and production timelines, ensuring on-time delivery and cross-functional alignment.
- Develop vendor cost strategies that support company goals while maintaining product quality and value.
Associate Sourcing Manager
The Children’s Place
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Oversaw a $X-million Cotton Tight Fit Sleepwear and Newborn Bundles business, producing 4–6 million units annually.
- Directed vendor allocations based on cost competitiveness, quality, and delivery performance.
- Collaborated with Technical Design to ensure fit consistency and sample approvals.
- Reduced development cycle time and improved margins through targeted cost negotiations.
- Ensured full compliance with CPSC national flammability standards, mitigating liability risks.
Production Manager
Ralph Lauren
05.2015 - 10.2016
- Managed product statuses for sweaters and wovens through detailed Excel reporting, from fabric approvals to delivery.
- Coordinated with global factories (China, India, Vietnam) to monitor production and troubleshoot challenges.
- Created real-time dashboards to track testing, approvals, and production milestones.
- Partnered with design, sales, and merchandising teams to align timelines with market demands.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology; Fashion Merchandising
SUNY, Oneonta
Oneonta, NYAssociate of Science - Applied Science, Fashion Merchandising Management
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NYFashion Merchandising
American InterContinental University
London, United KingdomSkills
- Global Sourcing & Vendor Management
- Product Development Lifecycle
- Fabric & Trim Sourcing (Wovens, Knits, Sweaters, Sleepwear)
- Cost Negotiation & Margin Optimization
- Pre-Production & Calendar Management
- Compliance (CPSC, Flammability Standards)
- PLM & Excel Reporting
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Sample Tracking & Fit Approvals
- Bulk Production Oversight
- Domestic & International Sourcing (India, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Africa)
Previous Experience
Love Shack Fancy New York, NY
Product Development Manager | 10/2014 - 04/2015
Rebecca Minkoff New York, NY
Product Development Manager | 03/2013 - 07/2014
GAP, Inc. New York, NY
Freelance Production Manager | 09/2012 - 12/2012
Rebecca Taylor New York, NY
Product Development Manager | 10/2011 - 01/2012
alice + olivia New York, NY
Production Manager | 12/2009 - 10/2011
NEO-Concept Manufacturer New York, NY
Junior Production Manager | 06/2007 - 12/2009
Timeline
Global Sourcing Manager
The Children’s Place
01.2019 - 03.2025
Associate Sourcing Manager
The Children’s Place
05.2017 - 01.2019
Production Manager
Ralph Lauren
05.2015 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology; Fashion Merchandising
SUNY, Oneonta
Associate of Science - Applied Science, Fashion Merchandising Management
Fashion Institute of Technology
Fashion Merchandising
American InterContinental University
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