David Woon

About David Woon

I’m a seasoned expert in lean manufacturing. A financial business analyst at the core, my 8 years of valuable technical hands-on manufacturing experience in China set me apart from the rest. Throughout my career I’ve helped start-ups as well as billion-dollar companies speed time-to-market while ensuring quality production and bottom-line growth. Notable Results: • Achieved double-digit percent increase in gross margin dollars for multiple categories year-over-year (FY’14-’15)• Created and managed speed-to-market programs that reduced concept to in-store lead times by 63%(approx. 2 months in time savings)• Managed several product launches for international corporations including the introduction of a new category for Forever 21 that generated $US1M+ in the first year.• Developed vendor management systems for multiple corporations that optimizes the vetting, selection and continuous improvement process for vendors Key Differentiators:• Real-world experience in lean manufacturing through several years of working in China-based factories• Proven track record of success in growing the bottom line• Fluent in Mandarin Chinese• Experience in evaluating and training remote staff and manufacturersAt Forever 21, an international fashion retailer, I am responsible for all merchandise buys that reach 600+ stores around the world, as well as international e-commerce sites. Reporting to the Chief Merchandising Officer, I manage a team of merchandisers, designers, developers, buyers and production personnel. Outside of work, I’m a family man and an avid gamer. If you enjoy talking about product life cycle optimization and video games as much as I do, let’s connect.

Experience

1. Sr Manager Product Development

   Target

   Sep 2019 — Present

Education

• University of California, Santa Cruz

  Continued Studies, Economics

  1998 — 2004

Skills

• Quality Assurance
• Trend Analysis
• Footwear
• Quality Management
• Fitting
• Apparel
• Global Sourcing
• Performance Testing
• Retail
• Strategic Planning
• Inventory Management
• Vendor Management
• Manufacturing
• Microsoft Excel
• Supplier Negotiation
• Management
• Vendor Management Skills
• Vendor Relationships
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Trend
• Shoes
• Product Development
• Supply Chain