Ellen De Bie
Paris
Summary
Results-oriented Production Manager with 15+ years of global experience in New York, Amsterdam & London. Achieving goals while maintaining a focus on delivering high-quality products.
Resourceful problem-solver with strong organizational skills. Demonstrates excellent decision-making abilities and clear communication.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Fabienne Chapot
Amsterdam
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with Design and Development team to launch 2 collections a year
- Set up new Production Manual for suppliers in order to improve the production process
- Key role in achieving B-Corp certification
- Expanded fitting range through grading improvements
- Achieved 97% on time delivery
- Managed Production Coordinator
- Visited factories in Europe and Asia on a regular basis
Production Manager
Alex Mill
New York
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Oversaw development and production for men's and women's collections
- Developed grading, BOM, and spec stylesheets
- Collaborated with design team on fabric and trim sourcing
- Scheduled and overseen fittings ensuring timely approval
- Analyzed and controlled vendor outputs considering key performance metrics
Director of Development & Production
Ovadia
New York
02.2016 - 05.2020
- Managed time and action calendar to meet deadlines.
- Led teams responsible for development and production
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute strategies.
- Conducted factory visits to validate quality standards
- Negotiated and achieved set margins
Account & Production Manager
Ronly Marketing
London, United Kingdom
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Managed accounts generating 8 million dollars in annual revenue.
- Liaison between customers and vendors
- Collaborated with buyers and designers in collection development
- Updated and maintained margin spreadsheets accurately
- Performed factory inspections to maintain high-quality production processes
Buyer
Hunkemoller
Hilversum, Netherlands
10.2011 - 11.2012
- Worked closely with merchandising to review performance in order to continue growth.
- Sourcing and negotiating new products with suppliers in Asia and Europe
- Managed time and action calendar
- Developed a new collection for teenagers and created 8% more turnover
- Conducted regular factory visits
Production Manager
The Cookie Company
S'Hertogenbosch, Netherlands
12.2009 - 09.2011
- Coordinated factory allocation strategy for bulk production
- Managed production calendar to ensure on-time deliveries
- Product development liaison between customer and supplier
- Managed a group of five with direct reports to the CEO
Production Coordinator
FashionLinq
Amersfoort, Netherlands
09.2005 - 11.2009
- Optimised administrative workflows and sample organisation
- Coordinated and scheduled daily production activities to ensure efficient operations
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials and ensured timely replenishment
Skills
- Resourceful, organised and hands-on
- Attention to detail
- Quality Control
- Supply Chain Management
- Strong knowledge of Development & Production processes
- Established Supplier Partnerships
- Cost Control
Accomplishments
Sorbonne CCF: A2 - Current, Paris, France
L’ecole de français: A1 level - September 2024, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Dudok College: Fashion & Buying - July 2005, Hilversum, The Netherlands
Corderius: Mavo - July 2002, Amersfoort, The Netherlands
Languages
Dutch: Native
English: Fluent
French: A1 level
Affiliations
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SAP, Delogue, Centric, Power BI & It’s Perfect.
Timeline
Production Manager
Fabienne Chapot
01.2022 - 07.2024
Production Manager
Alex Mill
08.2020 - 12.2021
Director of Development & Production
Ovadia
02.2016 - 05.2020
Account & Production Manager
Ronly Marketing
01.2013 - 12.2015
Buyer
Hunkemoller
10.2011 - 11.2012
Production Manager
The Cookie Company
12.2009 - 09.2011
Production Coordinator
FashionLinq
09.2005 - 11.2009
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