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Design - Technical Apparel

Soft Goods Technical Project Manager

Project Management

Results-focused Senior Project Manager with comprehensive background in apparel product development, focused on new technologies.  Recognized for meeting or exceeding expectations by effectively leading and collaborating with different functional and international groups.  Demonstrated success solving problems and developing solutions through innovative, solutions-based focus.  Known as an excellent communicator who excels in a collaborative environment.  Expert knowledge of advanced garment construction and sewing alternatives.

Oversees product development and implementation and the adoption and adaptation of project management methodologies for soft goods projects.  Defines and manages scoping, requirements definition, and prioritization activities for small-scale changes and assists with more complex change initiatives.  Leads the development, monitors, and reports on the progress of all project activity within the project including significant milestones and any conditions which would affect project cost or schedule.  Manages various innovation projects across the key company pillars; Data Analytics, Biometric feedback loops, and soft goods performance.

Responsible for effective strategic planning, execution and co-ordination of selected projects and activities with regards to the engineering and development of advanced garments and apparel technologies.

Senior Manager Apparel Future

Managed outerwear development projects, BOM building, and flow of communication and decision making between design and merchandising. Worked closely with international factory partners to build prototypes and improve quality of construction and craft.

Senior Product Developer

Collaborated cross-functionally with equipment and footwear teams on innovative ideas and design.  Partnered with international companies in order to push boundaries of standard outerwear construction and performance. Managed outerwear development team of 4, as well as, calendar and deliverables associated with each employee.  Maintained open communication between internal design and merchandising teams as well as international factory partners.

Senior Product Developer - Advanced Projects

Saundra Penkunas is a Soft Goods Technical Project Manager at ZOLL LifeVest in Portland, OR.

Saundra Penkunas

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Drexel University