Ryan Bernard

Denim Specialist

Brooklyn, New York, United States

About

Hands on experienced Denim executive with an expertise in the entire process including fabric trim, wash and model development, factory allocation, pre-production approvals as well as sample and stock WIP tracking. Expertise in working direct with a global vendor base to ensure best factories are selected to leverage all available vendor expertise and available Trade Pacts for cost savings. Disciplined, goal focused executive able to deliver high quality product meeting expectations of design, on time to a global distribution network. Strong costing and negotiation skills to ensure best price / value relationship is in the product Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to work with every team from design through the receipt in the distribution center. Excellent management and leadership skills allow direct reports to achieve their goals while feeling empowered and accountable.

Experience

  • Denim Consultant at TELFAR
    Mar 2023 - Apr 2024 · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Senior Product Manager at ONE Jeanswear Group
    Dec 2020 - Feb 2023 · 2 yrs 3 mos

  • Ralph Lauren (New York, New York, United States · On-site)
    • Senior Director of Production
      Nov 2014 - Nov 2019 · 5 yrs 1 mo

    • Director of Production
      Aug 2009 - Oct 2014 · 5 yrs 3 mos

    • Senior Product Manager
      Nov 2005 - Jul 2009 · 3 yrs 9 mos

  • Product Manager at Ann Taylor
    Oct 2002 - Sep 2004 · 2 yrs

  • Product Coordinator at EXPRESS
    Sep 2000 - Sep 2002 · 2 yrs 1 mo