Rie M.
Chief Operating Officer @ Alexis Bittar | Strategic Business Planning, Merchandising, Product Development, Team-building & More
- Role
- Chief Operating Officer at Alexis Bittar
- Location
- Brooklyn, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Rie M.
With over 30 years in the luxury fashion industry, my journey has been defined by a…
Experience
Chief Operating Officer
Aug 2019 — Present · Brooklyn, NY, US
As co-founder of the Alexis Bittar relaunch in 2019, built operational foundations—including ERP, HR, accounting, merchandising, and supply chain—that positioned the brand for sustained growth. Scaled revenue from $5.8M to $22M (2021–2024) across eCommerce, retail, and wholesale.Financial Leadership: Co-own company P&L with CEO; oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and disbursements. Partner with external accountants/advisors to ensure accuracy, compliance, and reporting.People & Culture: Oversee HR policies, payroll, and compliance through PEO. Manage benefits, hiring, and employee relations while mentoring department heads and aligning teams to company goals.Merchandising & Planning: Lead OTB, sales forecasting, and inventory optimization. Direct jewelry merchandising and align design, product development, and production calendars to ensure timely launches.Operational Excellence: Streamline supply chain, logistics, and production. Negotiated vendor contracts, implemented compliance standards, and introduced 3PL AQL inspections to reduce costs and strengthen quality.Omni-Channel Oversight: Oversee retail stores (NYC & SF), eCommerce, and wholesale, improving operational efficiency.Governance & Risk: Oversee contracts, insurance, and compliance; implement contingency plans for retail and supply chain operations.Strategic Growth: Lead annual planning, KPIs, and performance tracking. Provide operational and financial reporting to CEO, and evaluate opportunities for market expansion.
Education
Musashino Art University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Interior and Display Design 空間演出デザイン
1990 — 1994
New York University - SCPS
Corporate Finance
2010 — 2010
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