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Aliza Wheeler
Product Director at Occidental Leather Manufacturing, Inc
Aliza Wheeler is a seasoned Supply Chain & Product Development professional with extensive experience in working with global manufacturers and vendors across various product categories like apparel, accessories, footwear, textiles, leather, hardware, and components. With a career spanning reputable companies such as COACH, Victoria’s Secret, GAP, Crocs, Wolverine, and Esprit, Aliza is known for her expertise in operations, design support, team building, and establishing strong factory relationships. She excels in ensuring that products align with design vision, consumer needs, and profitability, while also focusing on sustainability considerations.
Aliza has a proven track record of nurturing strong relationships with vendors and factories in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Thailand, India, and the USA. She has a keen eye for market trends and sourcing opportunities, leveraging her background in product development to bring unique material blends and constructions to the market. Her extensive travel experiences have contributed to her broad perspective on product innovation and category expansion. Aliza is always eager to connect with industry colleagues and welcomes new opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.