Jazmin Helenes
Product Development Associate · CleverMade
San Diego , CAIn My Own Words
Dedicated and creative product developer/designer with progressive experience covering a broad range of functions in diverse industry segments. Proven ability to combine creativity, strategic thinking and strong business acumen with extensive customer service and leadership skills.
Work Experience
Product Development Associate
CleverMade2018 – Present
Co-managed product development strategies and projects for a leading provider of innovative solutions for everyday life. Wrote design briefs and oversaw the development and integration of new products and variations of established products. Created product reports with comments and revisions to ensure the highest possible quality across design practices while simultaneously achieving the lowest possible price point. • Conducted in-depth market research and competitive analysis to ensure proper product line positioning. • Managed sample tracking and TNA calendars to achieve meeting deadlines and on-time product deliveries. • Researched, analyzed, and reviewed sample and final production costs and compared to larger margin goals. • Communicated with a host of international vendors to ensure on-time meeting of product development deadlines, resolves quality control issues, and advance special projects and new initiatives.
Junior Footwear Designer
Skechers, USA2017 – 2017
• Designed new upper and outsole concepts based on current trends and competitive research. Many of my designs have been featured on social media and TV commercials • Developed innovative materials relevant to the season and to our target market. Always keeping our price point in mind • Reviewed all prototypes with Tech Designer to resolve any issues with fit and comfort • Coordinated with SKX offices in China to provide feedback/revisions • Traveled to China for market research and develop new materials with suppliers
Footwear Colorist & Material Developer
Skechers, USA2016 – 2017
• I was instrumental in the vision and development of the BOBS FOR DOGS line. My designs have been featured in social media, magazines, catalogs, TV commercials, and marketing displays around the world • Maintain my team’s library with materials relevant to our customer, design esthetic and price point • Actively explored and developed new materials/components with suppliers overseas • Collaborated with SKX China developers and agents to achieve optimal products and establish great relationships • Colored and materialized projects given by lead designers • Constantly looked for color and material inspiration for women’s product lines
Senior Sample Coordinator
Skechers, USA2015 – 2016
• Created a ‘Training Guide’ to complement Sample Coordinators’ training process • Trained and introduced all new Sample Coordinators to the roll and dynamics of the position • Assessed all incoming samples to ensure revisions were completed and adapted to the product line • Worked closely with our SKX developers to guarantee timely delivery of final production product, and mitigated any delays due to production issues • Supervised all Sample Coordinators from all other divisions to ensure outstanding level of performance • Managed sample shipping/pick-ups for national trade shows and supervised all local trade shows
Sample Coordinator
Skechers, USA2014 – 2015
• Maintained showrooms for multiple divisions • Supervised the use of samples by sales reps for account meetings and trade shows • Organized storage room with development, national account and confirmation samples • Managed and ordered samples for domestic and international sales conferences, trade shows and photo shoots • Processed, ordered, and shipped sample requests to fulfill POs/buys • Coordinated communications with Asia offices regarding ordered samples, sample ETDs and sample comments
Design Coordinator
BCBG Max Azria Group2012 – 2013
• Collaborated with Sr. Design Director, Planning, Merchandising, Fabric R&D, Production and Graphics teams to develop monthly Private Design deliverables • Prepared design cards for the Private Design program and all late additions to main-line • Released all new marker requests after selecting fabric sub-qualities for Private Design • Managed progress of cutting/sewing tickets requested for fabric and fit approvals • Maintained communications with overseas vendors to create development samples
Stylist
Michael Kors2011 – 2012
• Established and managed strong client book/relationships while providing the highest label of customer service. If applicable, monitor after-sale shipping and special orders/requests • Exceeded monthly sales goals every month • Awarded for highest UPT (Units Per Transaction) three times, and ADS (Average Dollar Sale) twice • Supported Visual Team with displays, and physical inventory
Operations Manager
GoBio Supplies, LLC2010 – 2011
• Ensured repeat and increased business via development of and outreach to new and established clientele • Maximized profitability through superior customer service, effective and prompt communications, and follow-up on pending matters with customers • Managed all Accounts Receivables and issued POs to vendors • Maintained the stockroom to fulfill clients’ needs and delivery dates
Administrative Assistant
Toast Enoteca e Cucina2009 – 2010
• Handled all Accounts Payable and entered all data to administrative software • Issued AP checks on a timely manner for all vendors • Established a relationship and contact with all vendors to ensure on time deliveries • Various office and administrative duties
