Sandra Howard

VP Product Management

Professional Overview
Sandra Howard is an accomplished Product Management executive with over 20 years of experience driving strategic product development and innovation. As the VP of Product Management at Gerber Childrenswear LLC, she is responsible for leading the company's product roadmap, overseeing the design and launch of new product lines, and ensuring alignment between business priorities and customer needs.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In her current role as VP of Product Management at Gerber Childrenswear LLC, Sandra has been instrumental in transforming the company's product portfolio and driving significant growth. She oversees a team of product managers, designers, and cross-functional stakeholders to develop and launch premier baby and children's clothing products. Under her leadership, Gerber has expanded its market share, introduced several award-winning product lines, and strengthened its brand reputation.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Gerber, Sandra held various product management and marketing roles at leading consumer goods companies, including 5 years as the Senior Product Manager at Carter's, Inc. and 3 years as a Product Specialist at Kimberly-Clark Corporation. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a keen ability to identify market trends, translate customer insights into actionable product strategies, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.

Academic Background
Sandra holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Textile and Apparel Management from Clemson University, where she graduated with Honors. She has also completed executive leadership programs at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and the Harvard Business School.

Areas of Expertise

• Product strategy and roadmap development

• Consumer insights and market research

• Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration

• Brand management and go-to-market strategy

• Supply chain optimization and manufacturing

• Data-driven decision making and performance analysis

Professional Impact
During her tenure at Gerber Childrenswear, Sandra has led the development and launch of several successful product lines, including the award-winning Gerber Organic Collection and the innovative Gerber SootheSmart line. Her strategic vision and focus on design, quality, and customer experience have contributed to Gerber's strong brand loyalty and market share growth.

Conclusion
With her deep industry expertise, strong leadership skills, and proven track record of driving product innovation and business results, Sandra Howard is a highly respected and valuable asset to the Gerber Childrenswear organization. Her continued focus on delivering exceptional products and enhancing the customer experience positions her as a key contributor to the company's long-term success.