Alessandra Richter

Owned product lifecycle for kids RTW collections and spare parts for EMEA and APAC markets, managing 120+ SKUs per season. Coordinated cross-functional teams and negotiated with Italian and Far East suppliers on costing, MOQ, and lead times, streamlining sampling and re-order processes in PLM to reduce time-to-market by approximately 12%.

Managing end-to-end product lifecycle for RTW collections and accessories for licensed brands within OTB Group. Acting as the main cross-functional coordinator between Design, Production, and Suppliers, driving alignment on design intent, cost targets, quality standards, and on-time delivery.

Led denim research and development for kid's collections, managing 150+ SKUs per season. Managed fittings, costing, and supplier negotiations in Italy, Turkey, and Tunisia, improving on-time delivery rate by aligning design changes with production capacity and deadlines.

Supported launch of SMS, preparing tech packs, BOMs, and supplier communication. Assisted with sampling coordination and fit approvals with Milan design office.

Designed fur collections with material mix and knitwear, supported by trend research and seasonal sourcing. Developed patterns and prototypes for fur and outerwear collections, conducted fit sessions, and prepared production-ready tech packs.

Designed for the woven womenswear line, 100% made in Italy. Developed sketches and all-over print designs for woven fabrics, coordinated with external atelier for prototype development, and managed fit sessions for sample collection.

Supported backstage operations and designer coordination during fashion week shows.

Advanced Course in Microsoft Excel completed in 2026.

Advanced Course in PLM Systems completed in 2020.

BA in Fashion Design from Istituto Marangoni, Milan, from 2012 to 2015.