Erik Schwab

- Product development for the 24 and Veilance apparel categories
- Involved in all stages of product development from concept to production
- In-depth communication with local and off-shore factories
- Cost negotiations for new styles and raw materials with off-shore factories
- Involvement to create efficient development procedures

- Product development for the 24 and Veilance apparel categories
- Involved in all stages of product development from concept to production
- In-depth communication with local and off-shore factories
- Cost negotiations for new styles with off-shore factories

- Worked with Product Directors and Line Managers to establish vision, strategies and seasonal concepts
- Researched market trends and observe competition on design, pricing, and marketing
- Developed seasonal line architecture for the Accessory Line, including writing of design briefs
- Worked with Senior Designer to conceive and create new and innovative product ideas and design language
- Created PR sheets (inital tech packs) with Illustrator drawings and style details to be passed to developer
- Attended trade shows, athletic events and rep/ dealer visits

- Coordinated production of both pro and replica styles for Liquigas-Cannondale Pro Cycling Team (LGC)
- Coordinated all LGC Samples and best assist the Brand Manager to deliver fit samples to the pro team, marketing needs and sales group
- Communicated a transparent and comprehensive process internally and assist with external communications with LGC sponsorship and business partners
- Communicated specialized requirments for rider apparel with the custom manufacturing facility
- Provided sales personnel and marketing team with forecasting and line plan information

- Assisted design and development team with needed tasks
- Helped maintain cohesive and up to date line plans across multiple brands
- Assisted designers and developers during fit sessions