Eden Sires

Product Developer II · JR286 - Nike Licensee

Manhattan Beach, CA

In My Own Words

Experienced designer in activewear and outerwear. Expert at tech pack production, and skilled at interfacing with domestic and foreign factories. Keen interest in advanced fabrics and materials.
Strong background in fashion design and business management. Eye for details and trend analysis. Hardworking, self-motivated, and results-driven team player.

Passionate outdoor and extreme sports enthusiast.

Work Experience

Product Developer II

JR286 - Nike Licensee

2018 – Present

Product Developer II , Nike Running and Training Accessories Company Name JR286 Full-time Dates EmployedSep 2018 – Present Employment Duration1 yr 10 mos LocationLos Angeles Metropolitan Area • Manage projects with an emphasis on quality product development and timely completion of all tasks in accordance with the product seasonal calendar. • Partner with Design to proactively manage styling, material and trim requirements relative to manufacturability, performance, quality, cost, lead-times and minimums. • Ensure target pricing as well as overall performance to meet and/or exceed brief goals. • Responsible for product specs/tech packs for all styles and communication to factory partners from concept to buy-ready stage. • Responsible for maintaining development documentation, including product specs/tech packs, proto notes and final specification. • Responsible for editing and finalization of Bill of Materials/Tech Pack for assigned styles. • Responsible for accuracy of development tracking reports information to confirm that calendar dates and timelines are being adhered to. • Implemented POM to improve fit standardization, while working with factories to improve quality standards. • Ensure wear testing, physical testing, and required certification is passed. • Initiated material sourcing, strong knowledge of material trends and innovative technology. • Seasonal travel for development trips, and trade shows

Independent Product Development and Consultation

Self

2015 – 2018

• Lead and managed multiple projects in pre and post production for clients & agencies • Ensuring all deliverables are met in a timely manner within the company resulting in increased sales • Managed daily communications with factories, import and domestic vendors • Understand design requirements to ensure product development is meeting the goals for quality, aesthetic and maintaining margin • Leveraged technical knowledge, and material sourcing to provide top quality products

Designer and Product Developer

Glyn Peter Machin

2014 – 2014

- Research and development of new materials - Providing specialized design services for high-end residencies and Super yachts - Supporting the process of defining, prioritizing and executing new product innovations - SAP implementation

Technical and Outerwear Developer

Burton Snowboards

2012 – 2014

- Responsible for sample fit, sizing, design updates - Patternmaking and sample sewing for Apparel and Outerwear - Product development - BOM updates - Production changes and communication

Design Intern

Rochambeau

2012 – 2012

- Assisted in production and development of apparel lines for menswear line - Fabric and trim sourcing - Inventory management and distribution with stores - Created selling reports and worked with factories

Design Intern

Macy

2011 – 2011

- Analyzed season collections for trends for womenswear - Researched trends for Global Womenswear Director Nicole Fischelis - Create Flat Sketches & Hand Sketches