Shizuka Kito

• Develop technical sketches using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Curation of market lines, linesheet, and colorcards.
• Assist in selecting fabrics/prints, trims and other materials related to current market line.
• Daily use of ERP systems for issuing style numbers, trims, etc.
• Create silkscreen and heat transfer design direction for upcoming market line based on latest trends.
• Research upcoming trends and create mood boards for collections aligned with target market demographics.
• Managed overseas sample developments to ensure adherence to timelines.
• Work closely with sales reps to meet with clients needs, resulting in sales.
• Prepared presentations showcasing seasonal collections to buyers, building relationships and driving long-term growth.
• Review sample garments for fit accuracy prior to production run
• Associate designer at a contemporary juniors apparel company that also produces girls, plus, and missy styles
• Associate designer at a contemporary juniors apparel company that also produces girls, plus, and missy styles.

Oct 2022-Mar 2023

• Managed multiple clients/projects, overseeing both cut and sew production and garment dyed blanks
• Developed strong customer and community connections to drive sustainable business growth.
• Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
• Liaised with external vendors (printhouses, dyehouses, etc) on detailed sampling requests and complex designs.
• Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.

Production Coordinator

March 2021-Oct 2022

• Oversaw all orders, planning out their timeline, ensuring they hit their cancellation dates.
• Maintained and managed daily WIP report for all departments.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize processes.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Aug 2018-Mar 2021

• Designed and implemented store displays and layouts to showcase products, leading to improved sales performance.
• Maintained accurate records of inventory levels helping generate sales.
• collaborated with brand reps to stay informed about new arrivals and promoting products.

Sale's Associate/Cashier

Mar 2016-Aug 2018

• Describe merchandise and explain use, operation, and care of merchandise.
• Computed purchases, received and processed payments.
• Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices.