Melanie Leite
About Melanie Leite
Melanie Leite is an experienced Apparel Product Development Manager currently working at G-form in Providence, Rhode Island. She has held various roles in the apparel industry, including positions at Hasbro and Reebok, and has a Bachelor of Science degree from Framingham State University.
Current Role at G-Form
Melanie Leite serves as the Apparel Product Development Manager at G-Form, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the development of apparel products, ensuring they meet the company's standards for quality and innovation. Her experience in product development and project management contributes to her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at Hasbro
Melanie Leite worked at Hasbro in two capacities. She was a Project Manager from 2015 to 2018, where she managed various projects within the company. Prior to that, she held a position in Global Planning as part of the Swapportunity initiative for four months in 2018. Both roles were based in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
Career at Reebok
Leite has extensive experience at Reebok, where she held multiple positions from 2006 to 2015. She started as a Materials and Innovation Coordinator, then progressed to Assistant Project Manager, and finally served as Manager Development Apparel. Her roles involved coordinating materials and managing apparel development projects, all based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Educational Background
Melanie Leite completed her Bachelor of Science degree at Framingham State University from 2000 to 2004. Prior to her university education, she attended Bmc Durfee High School from 1996 to 2000. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation for her career in apparel product development.
Early Career Experience
Leite began her career in retail, working as a Store Sales Associate and later as a Store Key Holder at Leggs Hanes Bali Playtex Facto from 1998 to 2002 in Williamsburg, Virginia. She also gained experience as a Manager at Jasmine Sola from 2004 to 2006 and as a Store Design Intern at Crate and Barrel from 2003 to 2004.