Eileen Armitage

About Eileen Armitage

GLOBAL SOURCING, PRODUCTION AND QUALITY CONTROL Develop and maintain the global sourcing strategy for the assigned category. Manage key supplier relationships, as well as matrix oversight of sourcing team in Asia. Lead issues (Costs, inventories, quality and production schedules etc.)As required. Drive Supplier Performance improvements through routine business reviews with key suppliers. Develop and amend implement plans to drive Supplier productivity gains, lead-time. In-bounce service level improvement and supplier quality goals for assigned product groups. Manage supply base for assigned categories. Expand and adjust supply base as necessary. Drive supplier rationalization/optimization and leveraging opportunities. Research and evaluate new potential suppliers. Lead the on-boarding of new suppliers utilizing Asia sourcing resources in support of business growth plans. Make routine visits to factory partners, assist in supplier product approvals. Drive supplier innovation and support New Product Development process in order to bring new products to Ability to read and interpret product specifications and drawings. Proven record of maximizing cost savings, quality and delivery metrics while driving the sourcing department. Work with Engineering, Production, business unit, purchasing logistics and sales to ensure compliance with company standards, Procedures, etc. Assist logistics in expediting issues for initial delivery. Drive strategic capacity and supply base planning in close collaboration with Supply chain. Manage supplier quoting process and supplier project timelines. Strong global sourcing experience from China, India and Taiwan. Strong negotiation skills. Work closely with suppliers, overseas and domestic agents to improve overall quality of products and services. Assist with reducing manufacturing costs through quality improvements. Review and recommend process improvements within design and packaging.

Experience

1. Vice President of Production

   Silver Buffalo, Llc

   Jun 2023 — Present · New York, NY, US

Education

• Fashion Institute of Technology

  Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Marketing and Management

  2002