Ric Lazarus

About Ric Lazarus

Accomplished Multi-Discipline Executive with 25+ years of experience serving in Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel roles within the apparel and consumer products industries. Responsible for operational functions ranging from Sales/GM Projections, Information Technology, Supply Chain and Human Resources to Product Development and Distribution, Customer Service and Warehouse Management. Proven track record as a change agent and solutions-based transformational leader. Skilled at defining processes and implementing systems to solve business problems, maximize efficiency and visibility, and enhance company P&L and performance. Known as a strategic business partner, a trusted advisor, and a strong negotiator.

Experience

1. Chief Operating Officer

   BCI Brands

   Aug 2020 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Responsible for re-building the operational management team, establishing a customer-focused operational culture and leading post-merger integration into BCI’s structure, ERP system selection/migration, warehouse/3PL efficiencies, and Human Resources. Developed costing framework, analytics and reporting structure to drive revenue and margin projections and increase operational visibility. Oversee strategies for navigating international supply chain uncertainty. Implemented processes to manage surging direct to consumer (drop ship) volume. Restructured product development workflow. Built systems and team to support 75% volume increase to over $400MM. Steered 3PL selection and institution of DC bypass strategies. Orchestrated over 25% reduction of distribution CPU and over 40% reduction in retailer chargebacks.

Education

• University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School

  J.D.

  1987 — 1990

• Drexel University

  BS, Computer Engineering

  1982 — 1987

Skills

• Edi
• Strategic Planning
• Erp
• Management
• Textiles
• Fashion
• E-Commerce
• Trend Analysis
• Sales
• Merchandising
• Customer Service
• Inventory Management
• Apparel
• Retail
• Product Development