Kristen Chavez
Sr. Product Development & Sourcing Manager · Mellanni
Palo Alto, CA
In My Own Words
Entrepreneurial, innovative Sr. Product Development Leader with extensive experience in highly competitive markets with particular aptitude within the apparel, softlines, and industrial gloves industries. Analytical professional skilled in successfully navigating expansive operations large and small through comprehensive R&D, supply chain, and sourcing operations. Collaborative communicator continually focused on building relationships and promoting synergy across business lines and global units to drive positive change, cohesive, comprehensive business approaches, and enhanced profitability.
Work Experience
Head Of Product Development - Sr. Product Development Manager
Mellanni2019 – Present
Established Product Development, Sourcing & QA departments; expanded the departments by hiring, training, and leading teams across the US, Asia and Europe. Broadened existing products assortment by introducing additional product categories, sizes and color ways,resulting in over 200 new SKUs. Introduced new certifications including Oeko-Tex and GOTS Negotiated supplier contracts, product costs and pricing terms across diverse supplier base. Ensured supplier ethics are inline with company objectives
