Rohan Malik
Apparel Design & Development · KITH
Los Angeles, CA
In My Own Words
Highly skilled and passionate apparel product developer with 10 years of experience in building brands and creating on-trend products. Adept at overseeing the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to market, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional results. Seeking new opportunities to utilize my expertise in driving innovation and contributing to the growth and profitability of an apparel manufacturing company.
Work Experience
Head of Product Development & Production
Broken Twill2021 – 2023
+ Led all aspects of product development and manufacturing operations, overseeing a team of 6 employees + Managed two M&R automatic screen print presses, 6 heads of embroidery, DTG machines, and 2 sewing lines with expertise in function, maintenance and operations of each machine and capacity + Collaborated with graphic designers, pattern makers and domestic and international factories through the USA, Asia and South America to translate apparel tech packs into viable products, meeting customer requirements and deadlines + Implemented best practices, streamlined processes, and optimized workflow to increase operational efficiency and output + Conducted regular quality control inspections to maintain superior craftsmanship, durability, and aesthetic appeal with all apparel produced through the company + Managed vendor and customer relationships, negotiated contracts, and sourced materials, achieving cost-effective production without compromising quality + Orchestrated production scheduling, resource allocation, and capacity planning to meet production targets and customer demands on a daily basis + Developed and implemented e-commerce and Amazon programs that enhanced revenue of the company by 10% through already existing capabilites + Led strategic decision-making, resulting in revenue growth and expanding the business's market presence and exceeding sales g, demonstrating a sharp focus on profitability and market expansion + Worked with some of the leading brands in the industry as well as creating two in-house brands that have a presence online as well as in retail through innovation and constantly evolving
Product Developer
Dark Seas Division2021 – 2021
+ Assisted product development team with new product creation based on current trend + Created necessary technical/pattern changes based on fit sessions and sample reviews
Technical Designer
Fucking Awesome2021 – 2021
+ Created technical packages for S/S 22 & F/W 22 product cycles through the FA PLM system + Assisted product development team with new technical design creation based on current trend + Created necessary technical/pattern changes based on fit sessions and sample reviews
Product Development Associate
CottonLinks2019 – 2021
+ Managed and created new in-house collections weekly to be presented to buyers + Designed, developed and produced in house collections + Managed new product development for over 12 current customers collections as well as in-house brands and new development + Created and managed the product development process from concept through completion for products developed and produced between the USA and Mexico + Maintained CLCA’s reputation by staying engaged with vendors and customers thoughout the world + Managed costing, trims, design, techincal design, product development and textile dev. for pre-production process as well as the full production process and a strong understanding of the Mexico and domestic production process
Product Development Associate
Combatant Gentlemen2014 – 2019
+ Created weekly detailed technical packages for fast fashion releases, concept to completion + Improved supply chain by sourcing new factories for knits and trims in Vietnam + Created, reviewed and approved 20-25 new monthly samples + Co-managed technical design and product developent process for multiple product life cycles + Managed OEM & ODM business, creating/mainting strategic relationships that led to new product partnership opportunities + Managed fabric development, lab dip and trim buying process + Developed, designed, opened and managed multiple Nordstrom pop up shops for new releases PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT + Created PO’s, Production Calendars and sales reports for fast fashion releases + Created spec sheets for new samples, created graded specs for prod. and assisted on tech packs