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Jack Chapman

Sourcing Specialist and apparel start... at <span class="not-italic font-text_font lg:text-[18px] text-[16px] font-bold claimed">Freelance</span>
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Jack Chapman, a seasoned sourcing specialist with 14+ years of experience in apparel, fashion, and textiles, holds a BS in Biology/Medical Technology from Eastern Washington University, and has worked for various companies, including Freelance, Chapman Enterprises, and High 5 Sportswear.
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University Place, Washington, United ...
Skills
  • Apparel
  • Sourcing
  • Fashion
  • Merchandising
  • Textiles
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Here is the polished third-person bio: Jack Chapman is a seasoned sourcing and merchandising expert with 14 years of experience driving growth in the apparel industry. As a sourcing specialist and apparel startup consultant, he has developed and executed sales strategies for top brands, including ShooShoos, Minnow Designs, and Roshambo. With a strong background in purchasing, inventory control, and product development, Jack has successfully managed global supply chains, sourced high-quality materials, and coordinated production and shipping for leading companies. Holding a Bachelor of Science in Biology/Medical Technology from Eastern Washington University, Jack brings a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen to his work.

Experience

  • Freelance
    • United States
    • Sourcing Specialist and apparel startup consultant
      • Sep 2009 - Present
      • United States
  • CHAPMAN ENTERPRISES
    • United States
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Independent apparel sales and sourcing freelancer/consultant
      • Apr 2005 - May 2022

      Outside sales, attend trade shows, marketing product line, developing sales leads and establishing customer base for: ShooShoos, Minnow Designs, Roshambo, HHF, and RefreshingQ.Freelance sourcing agent and startup company assistant/comsultant

    • Contractor
      • 2007 - 2007

  • High 5 Sportswear
    • Customer development marketing specialist
      • 2010 - 2010
  • Source 4Design
    • Production Manager
      • May 2007 - Sep 2009

      Production manager for a small high end womens's shirt collection designer/manufacturer. I buy woven fabric from Europe and knit fabric from Asia, manage offsite production, coordination, and shipping of our product line. Assist in marketing and sales.

  • Peacock Childrens clothing
    • Sales Rep
      • 2005 - 2006
  • Morning Sun
    • Senior Buyer
      • Oct 1996 - Jan 2005

      Purchasing garments for Morning Sun and Collegiate Graphics.Sourcing domestic and import manufacturing for all new products for both companies. Source, purchase jewel transfers for garments and coordinating design information from design team to off shore vendor. Sell screen print and embroidery ...

  • Sun Sportswear
    • Contract Coordinator
      • Mar 1994 - Oct 1996

      Source, qualify, and purchase garment screen printing and distribution services. Coordination of the offsite production and distribution of Sun’s garments. During off peak production, I assumed night shift shipping supervision and quality assurance coordination

  • Thompson Enterprises
    • Sales
      • Feb 1992 - Sep 1994

      Sales and marketing of a new decorative mirror product. Setup and show product at various trade shows. Develop new markets and service all customers.

  • Sasvage Industries
    • Business Partner
      • Oct 1990 - Nov 1991

      Sales, scheduling, and administrative duties. Develop new markets

  • Path Enterprises
    • Purchasing Manager
      • Mar 1986 - Oct 1990

      Purchasing all raw materials, plant supplies and services. Forecasting and purchase off shore raw materials and finished products.

Education

  • 1973 - 1975
    Eastern Washington University
  • Eastern Washington University
  • Seattle Community College
  • Tacoma Community College

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