Daissy Ornelas

Dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and a focus on enhancing business performance. Proven ability to adapt quickly to various processes while contributing effectively in both individual and team settings. Results-oriented with a commitment to driving growth and increasing service value.

N E W P R O D U C T D E V E L O P M E N T M A N AG E R at E v r i h o l d e r (2023-01 – 2025-12)

• Oversaw the end-to-end development and execution of over 300 innovative consumer products within the Beauty and Fitness categories, showcasing expertise in innovation strategy, product lifecycle planning, and activation support.
• Evaluated market trends and conducted consumer analysis to pinpoint whitespace opportunities that informed strategic product positioning.
• Collaborated with marketing, design, sourcing, and retail partners to ensure brand consistency, consumer relevance, and on-time product delivery.
• Supported branding and packaging strategies with digital and retail marketing teams to enhance product visibility and consumer engagement.
• Directed licensing partnerships and vendor negotiations to uphold brand standards and achieve cost objectives.

J R. P R O J E C T M A N AG E R at P o r c e l a n o s a U S A (2019-06 – 2022-12)

• Coordinated project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and deadlines to ensure projects remained on track and aligned with client requirements.
• Identified project risks, delays, quality issues, and supply-chain challenges, collaborating with teams to develop proactive solutions and mitigation plans.
• Supported the Project Manager in coordinating large-scale hospitality projects from initial client enquiry through production, delivery, and installation.
• Monitored inventory levels, quantities, lead times, and material requirements, contributing to timely project delivery and minimising delays or shortages.
• Supported selection and specification of porcelain and ceramic products, ensuring alignment with design requirements, technical specifications, application, budget, and project timelines.
• Attended project and site meetings, recorded actions, assigned responsibilities, and followed up on outstanding items.

N E W P R O D U C T D E V E L O P M E N T A S S I S TA N T M A N AG E R at T E C H S T Y L E (2014-06 – 2019-03)

• Day to day liaison with Creative team including graphic design and editorial partners.
• Learnt practical skills and techniques by shadowing senior staff to understand organisation's operations, policies and procedures.
• Completed work to agreed standards and specifications.
• Contributed to successful handoff from design to production teams, advising on methods, materials and quality.
• Explored innovative methods and techniques to maintain market relevancy.
• Researched products, analysing functional, commercial, cultural and aesthetic requirements.
• Consulted with clients and stakeholders to comprehend objectives and limitations of design brief.
• Collaborated with marketing and buying staff to develop designs according to product specifications.
• Negotiated design solutions with clients, management and sales and manufacturing staff.

O F F I C E M A N AG E R at N o r t h H i g h l a n d (2012-01 – 2014-05)

• Completed operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees, ensuring accountability for work results.
• Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, initiating corrective actions.
• Processed expense reports, reconciliations and budgets.
• Assists with HR duties such as; on-boarding, I9, and logistics.
• Sourced vendors for special projects and negotiated contracts to meet organisational needs.
• Coordinate complex travel arrangements, including domestic and international flights, hotel reservations, maps, directions, and ground transportation through an agency.
• Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
• Created monthly administrative newsletter, overseeing copywriting and layout to enhance internal communication.
• Took and transcribed minutes during team meetings to ensure accurate records.
• Delegated office administration tasks for smooth front-of-house management.
• Delivered comprehensive administrative support to senior management, aiding in decision-making processes and project management.
• Managed office supplies inventory, restocked items and negotiated with suppliers for cost-effective procurement.
• Processed invoices, prepared financial reports, and conducted bank reconciliations to support the finance department.
• Communicated with staff through various internal platforms to keep colleagues informed of office updates.
• Facilitated smooth running of office equipment, conducted routine maintenance checks, and liaised with technicians for repairs.

M A S T E R S C E R T I F I C AT I O N I N P R O J E C T M A N AG E M E N T – C o l o r a d o S t a t e U n i v e r s i t y (2025-02)

B AC H E L O R S I N B U S I N E S S A D M I N I S T R AT I O N – U n i v e r s i t y o f P h o e n i x