Gesine Gaertner

Gesine Gaertner is a dedicated professional with a passion for learning, teaching, and optimizing work methods to enhance performance and speed in product development. With a background in leading teams and implementing efficient processes, she has a proven track record of achieving goals effectively within set timelines.

During her tenure at Zalando, Gesine led a team of 15 Technicians/PDs/patternmakers, focusing on executing design concepts efficiently while meeting consumer demands. Collaborating closely with various departments such as Design, Buying, and Quality Management, she ensured the creation of high-quality products that aligned with consumer needs.

Her expertise spans across different product ranges including shoes, apparel, and accessories, where she played a crucial role in aligning teams with business strategies and implementing tools to boost productivity. By organizing knowledge exchange meetings and staying updated on industry trends, Gesine facilitated the integration of new technologies into product development processes.

Gesine is well-versed in agile work methods like Design Sprint, Design Thinking, and Scrum. She actively participated in various trainings to broaden her skill set, including A/B testing and 3D product development tools like Vstitcher and Browzwear. Her educational background includes studying Diplom-FH in Bekleidungsgestaltung at HTW.

Having held key roles such as Senior Product Development Expert and Lead PD in menswear, Gesine possesses a wealth of experience in driving projects related to body measurements optimization, digital pattern library creation, and process mapping for product development. Her freelance experience as a Fashion Designer, Product Developer, and Patternmaker reflects her diverse skill set and adaptability in the industry.