Isabelle Van Hulle
About Isabelle Van Hulle
Isabelle Van Hulle is a Product Developer at VF Corporation - Eastpak in Bornem, Belgium, where she has worked since 2007. She specializes in coordinating product development processes, managing fabric quality testing, and ensuring products meet margin targets.
Work at VF Corporation - Eastpak
Isabelle Van Hulle has been employed at VF Corporation - Eastpak since 2007, serving as a Product Developer for 17 years in Bornem, Belgium. In her role, she collaborates closely with sales representatives to integrate their feedback into the collection plan. She organizes fashion shows and fairs, which are essential for showcasing new products. Additionally, she manages the development process for both European and Asian production sources, ensuring that the products meet market demands.
Education and Expertise
Isabelle Van Hulle studied Fashion Technology at University College - Ghent, where she earned an Academic Bachelor from 2002 to 2005. Her educational background provides her with the technical knowledge required for product development in the fashion industry. This expertise is evident in her ability to create and maintain detailed product specifications and technical drawings based on design briefs.
Product Development Responsibilities
In her capacity as a Product Developer, Isabelle Van Hulle coordinates fabric quality testing by traveling to vendors. She ensures that products exceed pre-determined margin targets through strategic development and sourcing. Her role includes briefing design agencies to align on creative direction for product development and overseeing the fitting process for garments and backpacks from prototype to production stages.
Collaboration and Coordination
Isabelle Van Hulle plays a vital role in collaboration and coordination within her team. She works closely with sales representatives to incorporate their insights into the collection plan. This collaborative approach helps in aligning product offerings with market needs. Her efforts in managing the development process for production sources in Europe and Asia further enhance the efficiency of product development.