packaging + product development | project management
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Resume

 

Creative and strategic Product Development Manager with a knack for turning fun ideas into real, quality products. With a strong background in packaging and physical product development, I thrive on balancing innovation, cost, and quality. From leading cross-functional teams to negotiating with vendors, I make magic happen—on time and on budget. 


Ro Senior Manager, Packaging Development

Senior Packaging Development Manager (September 2022 - December 2024)
Packaging Development Manager (January 2022 - September 2022)
Senior Packaging Designer (July 2020 - January 2022) 

  • Led full lifecycle packaging development and launch of innovative packaging solutions for supplements, skincare, and prescription medication. 

  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams during the development process, ensuring adherence to aggressive timelines and budgets. 

  • Spearheaded process improvements to streamline production, cut costs, and reduce errors. 

  • Managed supplier relationships and collaborated with design, ops, and marketing teams. 

  • Negotiated pricing and sourced materials while ensuring top-tier quality and compliance. 

  • Developed all packaging development processes and standards as Ro's first packaging employee. 

  • Successfully launched over 25 new products, expanding Ro’s market presence. 


Rosy Rings Product Development Manager

Product Development Manager (May 2020 - July 2020) 
Freelance Product Development Manager (November 2019 - May 2020) 

  • Led development and design for new home fragrance products — working directly with retail buyers and international suppliers


Hypothetical Brands (FCTRY) Senior Designer, Product & Packaging

Senior Designer, Physical Products and Packaging (April 2019 - November 2019) 
Designer, Physical Products and Packaging (November 2018 - April 2019) 

  • Led the development and design of trendy, playful consumer products (toys, gifts, beauty). 

  • Owned product lifecycles from ideation through production, ensuring cost efficiency. 

  • Effectively managed all aspects of the development lifecycle, including sourcing, costing, sampling, and quality assurance. 

  • Developed and launched four new Real Life Action Figures, a new line of biodegradable sunscreen, and an expansion to the Hipsterkid sunglasses line. 


Curio Brands Senior Product Development Manager

Freelance Product Development Project Manager (March 2017 - November 2018)
Senior Product Development Project Manager (July 2015 - March 2017)
Product Development Project Manager (July 2013 - July 2015) 

  • Managed end-to-end development of luxury home fragrance and beauty products. 

  • Oversaw sourcing, sample reviews, quality control, and cost management. 

  • Led a development team, keeping projects on track and aligned with market trends. 

  • Managed a high-revenue key account, overseeing product strategy, execution, and cross-functional collaboration. 

  • Remained up to date on market trends, including seasonal color palettes, materials, patterns, and fragrances. 

  • Developed and launched over 175+ new products for major retailers such as Anthropologie. 


Additional Positions

Chloe and Isabel Digital Graphic Designer (December 2017 - November 2018)
Regas Studio Designer and Account Manager (March 2017 - September 2017)