New York City’s top Apparel Executive Search Firm is located in the Heart of Manhattan’s Fashion district, representing some of the finest names in the industry. With over 28 years recruitment experience, we believe in the power of building relationships.
A BRIEF HISTORY
For over 28 years, Todd Wayne, president and owner of Jessilyn Personnel, has been the driving force behind our firm. Prior to founding Jessilyn, Todd spent 15 years running a family apparel business affording him a unique perspective into the intricacies of the fashion industry.
From the beginning, the philosophy and foundation of our firm has focused on partnership. Building relationships with, and between, our clients and applicants. This has kept our company thriving and why we are located on 34th Street in the heart of the fashion industry, consistently delivering top candidates to our clientele.
PROCESS
The staff of Jessilyn Personnel conducts an in-depth interview with all of our candidates with every portfolio thoroughly is assessed. We make sure our applicants are qualified before we present them to our clients.
Jessilyn's applicant database is over 700,000 strong. We partner directly with your Human Resources Department to help them find candidates who will meet their specific needs.
High end Bridal Studio is presently in search for a Alteration Specialist for Bridal/eveningwear in Rutherford NJ.
Location Very easy to get to: Train station is right down the street and gets to Port Authority.
Must have experience in alterations, bridal gowns, evening and day wear.
good hand-eye coordination, detail oriented, ability to work with a variety of fabrics.
Proven sewing experience.
ability to work under time restraints (quickly but good quality),
Must have knowledge of all alterations equipment and have experience in sewing dresses, altering high-end materials, and garments of complicated construction.
DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DONT COME FROM APPAREL / FASHION BACKGROUND
Beautiful 40 Year old, Multi-Line Moderate dress manufacturer, they sell to companies like Jc Penny, Marshalls, Tjmax and they are based in Midtown Manhattan. Company is looking for a full time Assistant Controller
Responsibilities and Duties:
Factoring knowledge helpful
· Directly responsible for monthly journal entries and closing.
· Conduct Monthly bank, factor reconciliations and balance sheets.
· Year end closings
· Invoice approvals
· Commercial rent & sales tax
· Point person / Communication with outside auditors
· Review and maintain Commercial, Medical & Dental insurance annual renewals.
· Maintain perpetual files
· Prepare and process wire payments.
· Credit card approvals
· Helpful Peachtree software experience.
· Proficient with MS OFFICE (Microsoft, Word, Excel, Outlook)
Qualifications and Skills
Applicant must have 10+ Years Experience in Apparel Industry & Software
Cannabis Graphic artist, looking for someone very creative in the Cannabis world for Digital social media ads. Please send examples/images of your work, you can take a look at our website and instagram, https://freeminded.co and tell us how would you complement the brand.
Apparel Better Women Dress MFG looking for a Dir. of Source, You will be Based in NYC, 6th Ave 37th St this position is an on-site position you will travel to Factories in Vietnam & Indonesia, You must know how to cost, and do time & action calendar, some Sewing knowledge and machinery knowledge . Work directly with Owners and account manager. You will be placing better women's Dresses, sportswear, cut and sew knits. garments in factories and you will be working on Branded and Private label programs you must be able to Source Factories,
Negotiates the best costs without compromising the brand’s quality or on-time deliveries.
Manages the relationship with vendors and mills, spearheading the negotiation and final price confirmation, garment details, factory allocation, and delivery.
Works with the Director of Sourcing or Sr. Manager to build long term vendor partnerships and alliances as required, cultivating the brand’s relationship worldwide.
Manages all pre-costing activities and supports the negotiations with mills, as appropriate, and suppliers for deliver targeted product costs and delivery requirements.
Develops fabric and production capacity reservations and liabilities ensuring the consumption or resolution of outstanding liabilities to minimize financial exposure.
Develops and executes the development and communication of seasonal time and action calendars for the business and ensures teams are in compliance to required dates.
Works with partners in merchandising and planning to adhere to required call dates for all vendor/product forecasts or projections securing supplier and mill capacities to deliver margin and delivery targets. Implements and regulates production policy and standard operating processes across vendor base.
Supports corporate social compliance, quota, and embargo issues, as they arise.
Ensures quick resolution of product related issues with appropriate Merchant, Technical Design and / or Designer/Product Development.
Defines and monitors all vendor chargeback’s and / or discount details.
Recommends and leads the opportunities to improve the efficiency and/or effectiveness of the sourcing organization and process.
5 years experience working with overseas vendors.
Solid knowledge of Manufacturing and Costing.
Working knowledge of technical requirements related to testing of fabric, trims, and garments.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Word and Excel, email, and production tracking software, i.e. Gerber or PDS. Ability to travel internationally up to 30% of the time.
Our client is a contemporary better Womenswear Cashmere and Knits house. Their product ranges from cashmere and knit tops and knit dresses. The company was founded in 2001 with a gross revenue of over $100 million. Their corporate office is located in Midtown Manhattan with over 50 employees.Their product are produced internationally and a privately held corporation. Their sales are being distributed in better department store across the country.
We are searching for a DATA ENTRY/ EDI ASSISTANT to assist the Logistic department.
Better Contemporary sportswear manufacturer is looking for a fabric R &D manager. 85-100k
You must have strong Tops, Bottoms, & Dress background. Do all the shows. Work directly with designers. Work with fabric team to research/source fabrics from existing vendors. Co-ordinate and follow up with development of new qualities with mills. Work with mills on fabric defects and claims based on inspection reports from production. Book griege/order sample yardage, secure and confirm deliveries and follow up with mills. Confirm all technical info and industrial care instructions from mills and pass all completed fabric details sheets to production. Check and confirm all quality testing and technical details of sample fabrics. Establish quality standards for production. Confirm/ negotiate production fabric prices. Price all sample fabrics headers and maintain fabric archive. Book bulk production orders from initial commitments through final orders and follow orders until PI is issued. Approve bulk cuttings with production. Issue sample fabric purchase orders, track all sample goods and arrange shipping / delivery to overseas factories and sample room. follow up on the approval process including all lab dips, Track sample fabric budget. Set up and update sample fabric line sheet. Set up and update master fabric development, chart for sampling to pass to production. Issue, update and track production PO through to sending fabric PI to fty, Ensure the fabric development to be executed properly to meet the target deadline of the garment samples Update production consumption charts. At least 5 years of relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree required in a related field preferred. Computer proficiency in office, excel, word. Strong organizational skills and have the ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast paced environment. Attention to detail. Comfortable and confident in making effective autonomous and group decisions. Have a sense of urgency in fast paced environment. Negotiating and reasoning skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to build strong relationships with cross-functional business partners.
Jessilyn Personnel is searching for a full-time Recruiter!!
We are only looking for some one that come out of the fashion Industry
We am looking for a Recruiter that has there Pulse on TD's, Designers, Fabric, Trim, Production, QC, QA, CAD, Sample Rooms, Product Dev. ETC.
· New Business Development
· · Budget to Luxury Fashion Markets
· Wholesale-Retail
· Building Strong relationships
· Extensive network/contact lists within the industry and Referral Networks
· Manage sourcing and recruitment for all open positions Wholesale & Retail Markets including permanent / temporary positions
· Create /develop and manage relationships with clients.
· Provide an expert level of knowledge to attract and move candidates through an efficient lifecycle including, but not limited to, sourcing, screening, direct cold calling, qualifying, giving feedback, setting expectations, networking and negotiating and closing all offers
Looking for a young, edgy, grungy sofisticated street driven, very creative, Cannabis thinking Graphic artist to help on website, Instagram/Social Media.
Please sedn Jpgs of work, resume and hourly rate.
Please send examples/images of your work, you can take a look at our website and instagram, https://freeminded.co and tell us how would you complement the brand.
Sexy lingerie company, similar to Frederick's of Hollywood, is looking for a sales person. This company is 45 years old, well stablished. They have a $35million business they want a salespersonthat knows the buyers and has strong knowledge. they want to get to companies like Walmart, Costco, Bj's, The big box stores.
Company is willing to provide a healthy salary, comissions and perks.
Please only apply if you have lingerie background / fashion experience.
Jessilyn Personnel a Fast paced boutique executive search firm in the Fashion industry is looking for an energetic, resourceful, efficient, office administrative assistant with experience in apparel to work 2- 3 times a week in office. This candidate must think outside of the box and have excellent computer skills.
Office Administrative Assistant responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Ability to work in a face paced environment
Have great follow up skills
Answering incoming phone calls, ability to articulate well and have good phone etiquette.
Conduct email correspondence
Follow up with daily emails and reminders – very important –
Prepare materials for weekly meetings
In charge of setting up calendar interviews, Skype meetings, and phone calls
Assist in posting/updating job description on company websites and affiliated platforms
Heavy note taking skills
Order office supplies when needed
Filing paperwork, folders, faxing/copying documents when necessary
Must be detail oriented and organized.
Must have experience on Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite
Major Ladies Outerwear manufacturer looking for a Production Coordinator Freelancer,someone smart and fast learner, capable to grab information and put information in the system. Our Client is located in Broadway and 40th st. their product goes from Jackets, Coats, Woven to polyester. They Manufacture in China, Indonesia and Vietnam and sell to JcPenney, Walmart, Costco, Tjmax etc.
Production Coordinator
Womenswear manufacturer, daywear, loungewear is looking for a Production Coordinator.
Major Ladies Outerwear manufacturer looking for a Production Coordinator. Our Client is located in Broadway and 40th st. their product goes from Jackets, Coats, Woven to polyester. They Manufacture in China, Indonesia and Vietnam and sell to JcPenney, Walmart, Costco, Tjmax etc.
Production Coordinator
Must have Outerwear experience
Hang with companies like, The North Face, Levy group, hermen K, Amerex.
Key responsibilities:
Communicate with all factories/vendors and accounts in order to stay up to date on deliveries and any changes.
Manage labels and tickets approval process.
Troubleshoot any issues that may arise during production process.
Coordinate shipments and track production orders to maintain timely delivery.
Manage and maintain style and purchase order creation process.
Assist the tracking of audits, lab testing and inspection for various accounts (Costco, Walmart, BJ’s account experience a plus)
Position is Fulltime in office please dont apply if you are looking for a remote opportunity
Women’s sportswear MFG location at 1407 Broadway they are looking for a Production Dir. Product ranges from Wovens, cut & sew knits, jackets, pants, Dress’s You must have experience working with Walmart and/or Costco.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
You must have worked for a campany that has Manufactured 50 mil Plus to apply for this oppertunity
Daily communications with factories and mills both domestic and overseas
Pre-costing negotiations
Manage costing charts
Insure timely deliveries/vessel bookings and Freight Forwarders for fabric and garments
Proficient with technical specs and grading, fittings, garment construction and tailoring,
Prepare factory allocations both domestic and import
Analyze vendor/mill/factory performance and take initiative to find new resources
Must have knowledge and experience in sustainability
Deep understanding of General Operations in all areas of production
Manage counter development samples for production
Oversee cutting tickets, yield and fabric consumption. Ensure correct goods are being cut
Maintain fabric inventory and trims
Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendor resources
Oversee all stages of production and ensure quality and fit requirements are met from start to finish
Must know Retail Link
Have two direct reports
Some traveling
QUALIFICATIONS:
10 + years in a Production role
Must have excellent project and time management skills
Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and ability to Prioritize.
Computer proficiency in MS Office Suite and EXCEL.
High energy, enthusiastic, mature and able stay level headed in fast paced environment
Must be able to take initiative and manage several different projects at a time
Implement and monitor TIME AND ACTION calendar and ensure deliveries are met
Mod- Better Womenswear manufacturer, is looking for a Sales / Account Executive .
Major sportswear manufacturer Missy is looking for a Sales person that has presently working relationships with companies like Target, Costco, Walmart, TJ maxx, & Dillards etc.
If you don't have a Rolodex of names please don't apply!
We currently have a job opening for a Bridal sample maker. This is a full time opportunity based in Midtown Manhattan. If you or someone you know who is interested, please contact me at Thank you!
212-947-3400.
Maria Trejo
Our client is looking for a Bridal Samplemaker.
MUST KNOW HOW TO DRAPE
Prior Experience in the bridal or eveningwear industry working with structured gowns - references will be an advantage but not essential
Experience handling all variations of silk
Experience in couture finishing techniques
An absolute attention to detail as the success of our brand relies on a high quality finished gown
Ability to work independently and assist in other duties as may be required in a small business
Motivated and excited to be part of the brand
Ability to work to agreed timeframes and deadlines
One of the leading brands of couture RTW designers is looking for a tailor in San Francisco
REPORTS TO: Boutique Manager / Boutique Director
JOB PURPOSE: The Tailor is responsible for ensuring the proper fit, marking, altering, repair, and pressing of garments. Tailor support the selling ceremony through their high standards of client service and workmanship.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide high-quality workmanship to ensure the proper fit for women's garments. Respond to client questions regarding alterations, fit, repair, cleaning, or care of women's garments; make appropriate recommendations regarding fit and alteration of women's garments Accurately mark and pin garments for alteration; complete alterations with adherence to the alteration schedule provided to client Pressing and repair of garments when appropriate Maintain orderly appearance of tailor shop and ke,p supplies stocked. Maintain clients altered and unaltered merchandise in a neat and organized manner Ensure that all equipment such as sewing machines, pressers, and steamers are well-maintained and kep in working order Demonstrate elevated client service when interacting with clients during the selling ceremony Comply with all company policies and procedures Participate in store meetings and training seminars as necessary Any other tasks as assigned from time to time by any manager
REQUIREMENTS:
Previous experience as a tailor with extensive experience in women's luxury product Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment Ability to work a retail schedule as needed Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job, including, but not limited to, sewing machines, pressing and ironing equipment, etc. Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and follow-through skills Ability to work varied hours/ days, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle heavy garments and garment bags throughout the store, which entails lifting, and perform all functions as set forth above
Drive self and partner departments to maintain seasonal calendars in order to develop quality product on time that meets design and business objectives. Communicate when delays jeopardize timely milestone achievements.
Work with merchandising on seasonal selling reports. Awareness of sku productivity, material, color and construction type based on past production trends is required. Identify where irrelevant development is being requested that could jeopardize supplier relationships.
Attend hand – offs and assist with factory allocation and begin the product development process.
Lead design to understand and execute product specifications. Manage creation of complete proto and market sample specs.
Understand status of all material and key components for both submits and samples. Gain understanding of accurate definition, costing, and production lead times of materials and key components.
Facilitate cost engineering to meet cost goals, including maximizing construction opportunities while minimizing liabilities. Identify where costing objectives are out of sync with manufacturing or supplier trends.
Create a costing worksheet and establish target prices. Communicate target prices to factories and solicit prices. Organize and drive costing meeting market kickoff with Senior Management. Facilitate costing negotiations through strategic and product specific solutions.
Lead Coordination and dispatch of any labeling materials needed for market samples.
Ensure sample ordering, tracking, check in, reporting and hand-offs- including but not limited to Protos, Market, PR, and Rigging Samples are completed in a timely and organized manner
Travel to suppliers, factories as needed.
Production
Oversee seasonal pre-production milestone calendar. Drive team and partner departments to maintain schedule in order to produce quality product on time that meets design and business objectives. Communicate when delays jeopardize timely milestone achievements.
Lead design to comment on market samples to be Product Ready and communicate to vendors in a timely manner. Participate in pre-fits.
Analyze projections to identify allocations, prioritize approvals, and understand delivery priorities.
Manage creation of complete and accurate production specs
Ensure scheduling of customs compliance product review. Review spec details that support accurate HTS classification.
Verify HTS codes, prepare sample PO’s, send product to lab for analysis and communicate lab results to QC team and production team.
Manage and maintain the confirmation sample portion of WIP tracking charts. Review and evaluate confirmation samples in a timely manner, follow through to insure execution of corrections by agents/factories. Identify gaps that could lead to delays and involve manager and production operations counterparts as soon as possible to work toward solutions.
Understand where material or component pre-commitments have been made.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred
10+ years of experience in the field of product management and production experience in assortment planning and creation of all relevant areas such as project management, development, design process and line editing
Strong budget management skills
A strong communication team leader, the role requires strong leadership experience and is comfortable working in a highly matrixed and collaborative environment
Personal connection and passion for apparel
Ability to achieve results in a high-pressure environment
Consumer-centric approach
5+ years of experience in manufacturing
Capability to understand and work within a high technology environment
Demonstrated high level problem solving within a manufacturing or technical field.
Demonstrated ability to lead others and build collaborative and effective relationships is required.
Major Moderate Sportswear manufacturer who sells to Big Box Stores like Costco,Target, Kohls, & Dillards and is located at 38th and 7th avenue, is looking for a Senior sales person.
Must have experience working relationships with this departments GM'S
The compensation would be Salary plus Commission.
Must have at least 10 years’ experience selling Missy, Plus sizes for Wovens, Knits or sweaters..
One of the leading brands of couture RTW designers is looking for a tailor in Chicago
REPORTS TO: Boutique Manager / Boutique Director
JOB PURPOSE: The Tailor is responsible for ensuring the proper fit, marking, altering, repair, and pressing of garments. Tailo support the Dior selling ceremony through their high standards of client service and workmanship.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide high-quality workmanship to ensure the proper fit for women's garments. Respond to client questions regarding alterations, fit, repair, cleaning, or care of women's garments; make appropriate recommendations regarding fit and alteration of women's garments Accurately mark and pin garments for alteration; complete alterations with adherence to the alteration schedule provided to client Pressing and repair of garments when appropriate Maintain orderly appearance of tailor shop and ke,p supplies stocked. Maintain clients altered and unaltered merchandise in a neat and organized manner Ensure that all equipment such as sewing machines, pressers, and steamers are well-maintained and kep in working order Demonstrate elevated client service when interacting with clients during the selling ceremony Comply with all company policies and procedures Participate in store meetings and training seminars as necessary Any other tasks as assigned from time to time by any manager
REQUIREMENTS:
Previous experience as a tailor with extensive experience in women's luxury product Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment Ability to work a retail schedule as needed Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job, including, but not limited to, sewing machines, pressing and ironing equipment, etc. Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and follow-through skills Ability to work varied hours/ days, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle heavy garments and garment bags throughout the store, which entails lifting, and perform all functions as set forth above
10-12 years of experience in increasingly senior sales leadership roles in a well-regarded apparel, wholesale, or specialty retail company
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the women's contemporary or missy market with established relationships with buyers and demonstrated profitable growth
Demonstrated experience working with specialty stores and major retailers such as Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Dillard's, and further building specialty channels through other retailers
Self-directed and motivated with the ability to be an independent entrepreneur, a strong cross-functional consensus builder, and a dynamic team leader
Strong ability to build internal processes to bring efficiencies to the team (e.g., line sheet creation & management, weekly selling dashboard, inventory management)
Ability to learn and adjust quickly to fluid business needs and growth challenges
Demonstrated ability to act as a change agent and entrepreneur, which will be evident through a proven track record of business results and market share growth
Must be able to create and communicate a clear, inspiring vision and translate that vision into a practical, results-focused actionable plan
Proven ability to define, construct, drive and build successful process and best practices in department store and specialty store markets
Ability to write clearly understood documents targeted at various audiences (customers, analysts, press, management) as well as making presentations to large/small groups
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Upper Management team, the VP of Sales will bring a strong pulse on the market and have ownership over the entire sales organization including P&L, team, process, and strategy
The VP of Sales will develop and drive the roadmap for growth for all segments of the wholesale channel including majors, key accounts, specialty and independent accounts and partnerships
In addition, the VP of Sales will be responsible for the retention and growth of existing accounts and the acquisition of new partnerships including the expansion into new and emerging markets
This is a pivotal role and the successful candidate will have a player-coach approach to leadership, be willing to dedicate the time to understand the business, react with tactical execution and will leverage pre-existing relationships in the retail channels to grow the wholesale channel to record new levels
Sales Strategy & Leadership -
Establish a strategic plan to advise, implement, and execute the best processes and procedures to develop and grow the wholesale business across all channels
Communicate product vision for ongoing releases and new product opportunities
Develop business plans with specific emphasis on enhancing current and new distribution plans across all sales channels
Analyze competitive landscape and user segmentation to develop a strong distribution strategy
Establish optimum sales territory allocation and evolution as markets mature and evolve
Manage rep structure including management of both independent and employed sales reps including working with finance on appropriate commission and compensation structure
Establish relationships directly with key accounts and top independent retail partners to best understand their needs and support the sales team
Build and secure a pipeline of new business development opportunities including accounts and programs that drive expansion including new distribution partners, partnerships, and other opportunities
Provide analysis and reporting including but not limited to outreach, sales initiation inbound sales orders, closing sales, reorders and account satisfaction
Sales Operations -
Establish and manage wholesale operations/ GTM calendar, including key market dates, trade-shows, sell-in periods, and regular business reviews with key accounts
Provide recommendations for wholesale pricing and business terms that drive profitable growth
Standardize weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales reports with meaningful insights from the department and presenting clear plans to recoup budget variances when applicable
Work seamlessly to align consumer and customer facing sales teams, supporting e-commerce as an important sales and margin driver
