The latest HR moves made by leading textile and apparel companies.
Brands Marimekko Finnish lifestyle brand Marimekko is responding to the “increasingly dynamic operating environment” by creating dedicated functions for its supply chain and product portfolio management
As part of this organizational shift, the company has named Karolin Stjerna chief operating officer, supply chain. When she begins in the role on June 8, she will become part of the management group and report to the company’s president and CEO Tiina Alahuhta-Kasko. More from WWD Stjerna, who was most recently chief operating officer at Ganni, will oversee the brand’s product development, sourcing, quality control and logistics, as well as its direct-operated printing factory in Helsinki.
A merchandising team will manage and develop the brand’s product portfolio with an eye toward its brand positioning and market demand. Marimekko is working to recruit a director for the merchandising team, with chief marketing officer Sanna-Kaisa Niikko taking on an interim leadership role. As part of this shift, Marimekko’s chief supply chain and product officer Tina Broman exited the company on June 2, which Marimekko said was a decision with “mutual consent.” “[Karolin’s] versatile experience in leading global operations in our industry to support international scaling is a great asset for us on our growth journey,” said Alahuhta-Kasko. “Strategic supply chain management has an increasingly important role in building Marimekko’s future competitiveness and enhancing our productivity, flexibility and agility.” Alexander McQueen British fashion house Alexander McQueen—part of Kering Group—has named Gianfranco D’Attis its new chief executive officer.