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Alim Kim

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Results-driven professional with over 4 years of experience in apparel production and design, with a focus on denim and wovens, and experience in knits and accessories. Knowledge in garment construction and development techniques, with a strong understanding of full design process to final product. Experienced in managing multiple season workflows while maintaining organization and attention to detail. Adept at thriving in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering high-quality results on time.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Production Coordinator

Forever 21
07.2024 - Current
  • Develop and manage production schedules to maintain on time delivery for 200+ orders per season, ensuring alignment with customer demand and company objectives
  • Manage vendor relationships to secure competitive pricing and maintain high-quality standards for materials and services.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams for successful completion of multiple high-profile projects within tight deadlines
  • Streamline production processes by implementing new strategies, resulting in increased efficiency
  • Train and supervise junior coordinators, providing guidance and support for their growth within the company

Production Coordinator

Forever 21
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • Coordinated with internal teams to support productivity targets and deadline management
  • Communicated daily with vendors to track development and production status across multiple seasons
  • Worked with internal teams, vendors, and factories to certify that all requirements such as colors, trims, fabric quality, and fit were achieved
  • Managed all development and fit samples throughout production process
  • Maintained physical library of all trims and fabrics on order

Production Manager

Sundae School
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Managed and maintained Ecommerce site using Shopify, ensuring product listings, collections, navigation, and data are accurate and up to date, generating $1.5+ million in annual revenue
  • Reviewed and analyzed consumer behavior to drive recommendations, maintain understanding of business, and identify risks
  • Oversaw and edited all Ecommerce images, ensuring brand alignment and visual consistency between physical samples
  • Daily correspondence with domestic and overseas vendors to secure timely completion and meet budget constraints

Skills

  • Fluent in Korean (written and spoken)
  • Vendor sourcing and relations
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Project management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, JIRA, PLM, Airtable, Miro

Timeline

Senior Production Coordinator

Forever 21
07.2024 - Current

Production Coordinator

Forever 21
06.2023 - 06.2024

Production Manager

Sundae School
01.2023 - 05.2023
Alim Kim