Giacomo Romoli

Sourcing Manager 7 for all Makekind

Lugano Metropolitan Area

About

Hello, I am Romoli Giacomo, a dedicated and results-oriented professional with a proven record in guiding global business strategy through efficient and cost-effective management of the production flow lifecycle: from purchasing raw materials to the delivery of the final product, while ensuring compliance QA standards, and applicable industrial regulations. I have extensive in working with globally recognised brands including Guess Europe, Rifle, and Gruppo Fratini. I have talent for launching programs related to training, vendors/supplier’s selection and appointment, business development, procurement, and budgeting, I am an expert presenter, negotiator, and communicator; able to forge solid relationships with strategic partners and build consensus across multiple organisational levels. I have bilingual proficiency in Italian, and English. My area of expertise includes: Strategic Management & Planning, Supply Chain Management & Optimisation, Vendor & Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Development / Negotiations, R&D, Production & Testing, Quality Testing, Innovation & Creativity, Organisation & Leadership, Team Building & Development, Exceeding Service-level Agreements, QA & Regulatory Compliance, Stakeholder Engagement. Feel free to email me at [email protected] or call me at +41 79 6075292 - +39 347 0321485

Experience

  • Sourcing Manager at 7 For All Mankind
    Sep 2022 - Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

  • Responsabile produzione Apparel division presso Jil Sander at JIL SANDER
    Sep 2019 - Sep 2022 · 3 yrs 1 mo

  • Responsabile Produzione Apparel Division at ONWARD LUXURY GROUP SPA
    Apr 2019 - Sep 2019 · 6 mos

  • Guess Europe Sagl (3 yrs 4 mos)
    • Supply Chain Manager
      Jan 2017 - Feb 2019 · 2 yrs 2 mos

      Planned daily workflow for the Focus on Kids Line Global at Lugano, while maintaining oversight for the department including purchasing, sourcing, technical, and quality. Evaluated past performance data to forecast needs and optimise production scheduling. Directed overall supply chain operations, and selection of vendors, including Line of the Group Adult –Kids and UW. • Developed strategic plans to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations, leading to a 10% increase in the profit margin. • Implemented efficient and cost-effective procedural tactics and successfully increased delivery on time rating to 90% from 75%. • Spearheaded upgrade of the vendor base to efficiently meet global standards and requirement in terms of prices and compliance.

    • R&D TRIMS AND FABRIC AND TESTING MANAGER
      Nov 2015 - Dec 2016 · 1 yr 2 mos

      Managed a Team of six personnel and major responsibilities included guiding R&D initiatives for fabric and decorative trims while ensuring QA compliance across production functionalities. Coordinated testing and compliance protocols, and also reviewed RSL corporate manual to ensure compliance and overall success of the projects. • Assessed and edited the performance manual according to international laws including GB, Russian certification, Canada, and US requirements. • Led quality and test advocacy, resource planning and management, and resolution of issues that impeded testing efforts. Also, defined the scope of testing within the context of each product release.

  • PRODUCTION AND SOURCING MANAGER at RIFLE
    Mar 2011 - Oct 2015 · 4 yrs 8 mos

    Supervised a Team of 12 personnel in all duties regarding raw material sourcing, costing, and implementation of compliance requirement to ensure quality and productivity. Formulated production plans and SMS protocols which included assessment and review of policies, objectives, plans, procedures, organisation, responsibilities and productivity measurements. • Developed model makers to ensure production consistency and implemented QC standards in the warehouse and in all vendors’ rendered services. • Coordinated 20% in-country Italy manufacturing operations, and 80% production outside Italy, which included countries such as China, Pakistan, Tunisia, and Turkey.