Violet Navia

• Manage raw material research and development for eight categories for Frontline and Outlet stores.
• Developed new Fashion fabric for Active which primarily lead to increased sales Q4 for this category.
• Created new Core fabric best seller for basic Knit Tops category.
• Counter-develop three Woven Top & Dresses core fabrics which help increase IMU for both categories.
• Research and present to design materials for each season based on new trends and brand direction.
• Negotiate prices for existing core programs with all current mills.
• Meet with company nominated mills from across the world to select new materials and align on new projects.
• Manage sample yardage orders and monitor completion in time for key milestone meeting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments and vendors domestically and overseas ensuring all materials meet brand standards.
• Lead initiatives to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.

Categories: Swim, Resort Wear, Accessories.

• Developed and implemented strategy to increase product offering from Swim to Resort Wear and Accessories.
• Created influencer program to attract new customer base and increase brand awareness.
• Sourced updated fabrics and trims for new collections.
• Offered concept, color and print inspiration ideas for new seasons.
• Researched new manufacturing opportunities overseas for growth opportunities.
• Guided current vendors to develop new qualities based on trend and/or inspiration.

Brands: Chico's Frontline & Outlet, WHBM Frontline & Outlet, Stitch Fix, Haven Well Within

Categories: Woven Tops/Jackets/Dresses /Bottoms/Active/Lounge

• Guided overseas fabric team and mills to develop raw materials, as well as to innovate client's best seller programs.
• Led innovative solutions to gather and analyze data and improve product offering and customer service.
• Traveled domestically and internationally to present and engage with executive team from our customers.
• Initiated ideas, details and styling direction for six accounts and six categories.
• Created and presented trend/market intelligence decks for established and potential clients.
• Partnered with cross-functional domestic and overseas teams to identify cost reductions opportunities while keeping the design integrity of the product.
• Managed a team two interns and three design freelancers, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional growth within the team.

Brands: Chico's Frontline & Express

Categories: Woven Tops/Jackets /Bottoms

• Presented seasonal trends & concepts to Director of Product Development.
• Developed samples in NY sample room as well as overseas,
• Traveled for four months to Shanghai, Taipei and Seoul offices.
• Visited numerous garment and trim factories, as well as mills and printing facilities that supported woven and knits.
• Led initiatives analyzing feedback to improve on customer service and communication.
• Shopped market ideas to all brands and categories.
• Managed projects and workflow of outsourced designers.