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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.
1ST-PRODUCTION PATTERNMAKER | LARGE SIZE | GERBER | LOS ANGELES
Location: Los Angeles
Salary: OPEN
Job#: 7739
Recruiter: Todd Wayne
Description:
Young contemporary design studio is looking to launch a special large size capsule collection. We are looking for an expert patternmaker with extensive experience with 1st through production patterns for large sizes. Will train in-house patternmakers.
Develop 1st through production patterns for large / extended sizes
Categories include day to evening dresses and RTW
Train in-house patternmakers
Work on a special large size capsule collection
Must have a working knowledge of Gerber
Must have experience working for a better contemporary designer market.
The company offers paid relocation to Los Angeles.
Our client is a privately held budget to moderate dress manufacturer with a corporate office located in Midtown Manhattan. Their 4 divisions range from traditional, special occasion, fun contemporary and trendy dresses. They have been established since 1985 with an annual revenue of 50 million dollars and approximately 50 employees. Their price points range from $50 to $100. Their product is manufactured internationally and distribute to major department stores, specialty chains and boutiques. They have also expanded internationally to Canada, South America and Europe.
Our client is looking for an Assistant fabric buyer.
Must be familiar with consumption, colors and fabric qualities.
Follow up on lab dips, shipping samples and delivery dates.
Work with design teams to ensure all submits were commented on in a timely manner
Work to resolve any problems and issues directly with mills and factories
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.
Our client is an American clothing company which designs, manufactures, and markets women’s and men’s apparel in the United States and internationally. We are searching for a Lectra Digitizer/ Marker & Grader.
Digitize soft/hard pattern on table into Lectra format and/or plotting out tracing from Lectra pattern.
Work with the technical design team on grading. Must know how to grade the pattern pieces based on provided ratio
Must know how to make single size marker. Work with team on full-size marker and make single marker more efficiently.
Must know how to make Markings using Modaris/Diamino Software
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.
Our client is searching for an EDI / SHIPPING COORDINATOR experience.
Must have experience with the Shipping department
Work with EDI
Purchase orders
prepare ASN for shipments
Generate UCC labels
Track orders with multiple warehouse
Work with multiple factories in China, Philippine and Korea
This person will partner with various departments in the company in order to manage fabric buy to overseas and domestic garment manufacturing. This person will work closely with design, product development and production
You can expect to…
Review and prepare color standard for mill to prepare lab dips & review with design for approval
Follow up with mill for lab dips and bulk submits
Prepare cost sheet for fabric buy
Manage & create fabric BOM in system
Fabric negotiation to secure cost savings to ensure purchases the best price from mill
Work out best delivery with mill
Create fabric purchase order in system
Daily communication between mills and factories
Arrange fabric testing and inspection with mill and 3rd party inspection facility
Collaborate and work closely with merchandiser & production to book / secure fabric greige for key fabrics for each season
Prepare approved bulk fabric shipment swatch to production
Setting up and maintain fabric file – fabric standard and bulk shipment samples
Work closely with factory, mill and production on fabric defects & negotiate fabric claims with
mills and factories
Approve bulk fabric shipment sample with design & sending comments to mills & factories
Create, maintain fabric tracking charts based on projections, estimated yields for bulk buys
& cross referencing with Blue cherry
Knowledge of sustainability, familiarity example – fabrics and lining.
Traceability, restricted substance list
To ensure success you must be…
A Team Player – strong ability to build internal and external collaborative relationship with new and existing suppliers
Able to work under tight deadlines
Very Organized, excellent organization and planning skills to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced and changing environment,
An excellent communicator, both verbal and written
A problem solver
Positive attitude
To join our team you must have…
At least 4 years’ experience in Fabric
Experience in Woven, Cut + Sew, Denims and Leather
Magnificent high end retail store located in the heart of Manhattan. Been in business for over 60 years and sells the most amazing day, evening, MOB. They also do collaborations with European and American Designers to create product exclusively for their retail stores. Our client also has multiple retail stores located in New York and Canada. Their price point in retail is $300-$36,000
Our client is looking for fitters for eveningwear, mother of the bride and bridal. Must have retail experience with customer fittings. Must have experience working in fast-paced retailers such as Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Barneys etc..
Magnificent high end retail store located in the heart of Manhattan. Been in business for over 60 years and sells the most amazing day, evening, MOB. They also do collaborations with European and American Designers to create product exclusively for their retail stores. Our client also has multiple retail stores located in New York and Canada. Their price point in retail is $300-$36,000
Our client is looking for fitters for eveningwear, mother of the bride and bridal. Must have retail experience with customer fittings. Must have experience working in fast-paced retailers such as Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Barneys etc..
One of the most prestigious luxury fashion design company is seeking Sample Makers with at least 10 years’ experience working in luxury/high-end companies. All positions are freelance roles for various projects in high-end galas/events.
We need sample makers that specialize in Red Carpet style dresses, with intricate hand and machine sewing couture techniques. Also, must be quick in the techniques below:
Lace encrustations, using zig zag and hand sewing methods
Machine and hand sewn appliques
Hand sewing beading and laces
Quick and accurate machine sewing.
Ability to work with: silk tulle, chiffon, georgette, silk cdc, laces, and on occasion leather
To apply stones and studs via hot fix/ and hand press machine
Our client is an American luxury fashion company that produces women’s, men’s and accessories and showcases their collection lines twice a year during New York Fashion Week. The company, which is publicly traded, has been in business for over 75 years with an annual revenue of over 4.5 billion dollars. The corporate office is based in New York City with over 1,000 directly owned and operated retail stores worldwide. With over 10,000 employees, their product is being manufactured globally. They sell to luxury department stores and boutiques with retail price points between $150 and $3,300.
Our client is looking for freelance samplemakers to work on menswear.
Report to the Atelier Director
Work closely with the design team on making samples and doing alterations
Established Swimwear manufacturer is seeking a TEMP TO PERM Front Desk, Office Manager to assist the Sales Team
This is a dual role where the Office Manager is responsible for managing the day to day operations of Corporate Showrooms, Conference Rooms and Executive Offices. The Office Manager is accountable for a broad variety of office, administrative and sales support related responsibilities.
In this role the individual will support the sales team with sales activities, in addition to helping the team exceed its monthly, quarterly, and annual bookings targets and goals. This position also plays a critical role in customer engagement.
Allocation
60% Office Manager:
Daily management and leadership of NYC facility needs (and beyond as needed) including reception duties, office supplies, mail handling, shipments, etc.
Reception responsibilities includes cover phones, visiting clients, receives and distributes mail and packages.
Maintain office supply inventory and order supplies as needed.
Oversee the repair, service, and functionality of office equipment.
Serve as point of contact with IT and phone for all conference and showrooms, ensuring office space is consistently tidy and well-organized to maximize efficiency.
Serve as point of contact for floor and oversee any facilities-related tasks: prepare meeting materials and assist with set up and facilitate internal and external meetings.
Coordinate all travel plans and logistics for client meetings and managers.
Provide general office record maintenance including meeting notes, scanning, filing, and organization.
Calendar and expense management related to corporate card as well as miscellaneous leadership support.
Assisting to foster and maintain a strong office culture in line with the client's vision through office events, etc.
Thinking strategically about cost effectiveness in the office.
Provide additional support to team leads on various ad hoc requests.
40% Sales Support:
Check order bulks and EDI’s through Blue Cherry system.
Provide drop ship updates by analyzing weekly cut and sold reports.
Maintain order logs, sample maintenance, create editorial copy for buyers to use on their websites.
Prepare item set-up sheets, assist in line sheet and catalog admin including proofing and distribution.
Maintain and distribute up-to-date contact info for all retailers.
Use Threadvine to create CAD worksheets for buyers as needed.
Manage and qualify inbound leads and scheduling calls for senior sales leaders.
Work with sales team to efficiently manage outbound lead process to generate new prospects for senior salespeople.
Interface with internal teams on sales activities and team updates.
Regular customer outreach to provide updates on product enhancements, webcasts, white papers and research updates.
Conduct Market/Account level research
Qualifications/Requirements
Experience: Must possess three to five years of office administration responsibilities, sales or equivalent.
Skills:
Must possess excellent communication, organizational, & time-management skills.
Must demonstrate a strong foundation in standard business software applications such as MS Office and other related systems (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point, Blue Cherry, etc.).
Must be able to work as a team member and be an independent leader.
Must possess the ability to assess and adapt to changing priorities and take initiative to improve processes as needed.
Must possess the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Must possess the ability to communicate effectively internally & externally.
Must be energetic with a proactive customer-service attitude.
Must be able to work with cross functional teams in a culturally diverse environment.
Must be highly motivated, organized and with a high attention to detail.
Must be able to collaborate with colleagues across functional departments.
Must be able to demonstrate the ability to apply practical solutions to non-routine problems.
Our client is an American clothing company which designs, manufactures, and markets women’s and men’s apparel in the United States and internationally. We are searching for a Lectra Grader.
Work with the technical design team on grading. Must know how to grade the pattern pieces based on provided ratio
Digitize soft/hard pattern on table into Lectra format and/or plotting out tracing from Lectra pattern.
Must know how to make single size marker. Work with team on full-size marker and make single marker more efficiently.
Must know how to make Markings using Modaris/Diamino Software
Our Client is a National Company with thousands of stores conveniently located and they are searching for a Technical Designer.
This Position offers paid relocation near Virginia Beach.
Graphics and Patterns Specialist:
General Summary: The Specialist Graphics and Patterns identifies, executes and manages graphic and patterns designs for our products. Working with the Global Sourcing team, Merchants and Suppliers, this role develops trend insights, concepts and art for assigned product categories, enabling our sourcing team’s activities to properly communicate, place and deliver relevant emblazoned merchandise for our Customers. Additionally, this role is a key participant in ensuring proper costing and trade dress compliance.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Illustrate concepts by designing rough and finished art/copy regarding arrangement, size, type, style and related aesthetic materials for patterns and graphics on products 2. Prepare printer-ready patterns and graphics – designing art and copy layouts 3. Working collaboratively with Global Sourcing team, confer with Merchants and relevant Suppliers to discuss and determine patterns and graphics projects – including intent, timeline conceptual overview, etc. 4. Gather information and materials as part of Trend and “Comp Shop” Process to assist in trend, concept and competitive positioning planning 5. Complete graphics and patterns projects, including leading coordination with outside services, agencies, etc. as relevant 6. Serve as key subject matter expert working with Suppliers to translate graphics and patterns projects into manufacturing process – ultimately leading to products being offered at retail 7. Support the Category Teams in defining and developing PLM packets and objective worksheets for identified programs and items to be considered for global sourcing activities and potential placement 8. Manager and maintain graphics/art files and related collateral for logos, concepts, photos, patterns, art, graphics, etc. 9. Review inspirational merchandising patterns and graphics for copyright and trade dress compliance 10. Use various technologies to generate images, art and graphics 11. Support Sourcing teams in the creation and delivery of Category Team and Supplier education and development. 12. Other duties and responsibilities as defined
Position Requirements: Office work environment, 40+ work hours per week
Minimum Requirements: Education: BS/BA or equivalent work experience Experience: Minimum of 4 years graphics and patterns, or graphic art, experience with emphasis in Apparel and/or Home product areas
Job Related Skills: • Outstanding communication skills encompassing interaction with Category Teams, Suppliers and Service providers • Strong multi-tasking, prioritization and timeline management/adherence • Ability to interact effectively and build relationships with all levels of Category Teams, Global Sourcing resources and related support organizations • Strong understanding of graphics/patterns cost elements and focus on cost minimization • Foundational understanding of the retail business and product development/ manufacturing life cycle from both a merchandising and manufacturer's perspective
Technical Skills: Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office desktop applications, inclusive of Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook; multimedia expertise; deep graphics art tools use and familiarity.
Our Client is a National Company with thousands of stores conveniently located and they are searching for a Quality and Regulatory Analyst.
This Position offers paid relocation near Virginia Beach.
Quality and Regulatory Analyst:
Within the guidelines of the company and Compliance Policies Manual, manage the quality and regulatory compliance process for the hard goods categories. Scope encompasses 3rd party lab partners, Merchants, Buyers, Sourcing, China based QA, Suppliers and, where applicable, Legal and Regulatory bodies.
Deliverables
Align category-specific processes and procedures with the company policies, goals, and objectives.
Own 3rd Party Lab test protocols and inspection processes for hard goods categories. Justify and implement changes/updates to protocols as needed.
Manage inspection, testing and other QA and compliance processes in assigned categories. In conjunction with Buyers/Merchants manage exception dispositions and CAPs.
Follow and update SOPs as required. Propose policy changes when needed.
Collaborate with Suppliers through Buyers, Sourcing, Tar Heel QA, and directly when needed to assure QA and regulatory processes are aligned with product lifecycle workflow.
Seize opportunities for cost, turnaround, and process improvements on a project basis. Marshal resources necessary to complete the projects.
Assist Legal in matters related to industry litigation and product recalls.
Be the company Quality and Regulatory resource for hard goods categories within and outside the organization.
Team with the company Quality and Compliance to establish testing and process synergies.
Develop, maintain, and support short and longer term metrics to help drive sourcing decisions and process improvement. Use these as a basis for reporting.
Manage recalls and withdrawals associated with the assigned categories.
Qualifications:
Positive individual who thrives on building new processes and influencing others in a dynamic, fast paced environment
Bachelor’s degree, preference for a degree in a technical discipline.
Seven years of related experience in hard goods quality assurance at the retail level.
Understanding of production methods for items within the assigned categories.
Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional collaboration with internal and external teams.
Strong knowledge of hard goods, toys, and/or electronics quality management systems
Working knowledge of Acceptable Quality Level standards.
Familiarity with toy regulations and testing standards highly desirable.
Experience working with overseas agents, indirect vendors and manufacturers.
Ability to proactively recognize and address potential issues which could impact merchandise quality.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, SharePoint
QUALITY ASSURANCE AUDITOR - PAID RELOCATE TO VIRGINIA BEACH
Location: VIRGINA BEACH
Salary: 65-75K
Job#: 7734
Recruiter: Todd Wayne
Description:
Multibillion-dollar manufacturer is looking for a Quality Assurance Auditor. Paid relocation to Virginia Beach.
Manage the quality and compliance process for the apparel/softline goods categories
Own 3rd Party Lab test protocols and inspection processes for soft goods/ apparel categories for men’s, women’s and childrenswear t-shirt, socks, underwear, leggings, onesies etc.
Manage inspection, testing and other QA and compliance processes in assigned categories.
Work with overseas vendors in China and Bangladesh
Partner with overseas factories, merchants and buyers
Follow and update SOPs as required.
Collaborate with Suppliers through Buyers, Sourcing, Tar Heel QA, and directly when needed to assure QA and regulatory processes are aligned with product lifecycle workflow.
Team with Quality and Compliance to establish testing and process synergies.
Develop, maintain, and support short and longer term metrics to help drive sourcing decisions and process improvement.
Manage recalls and withdrawals associated with the assigned categories.
Seven years of related experience in hard goods quality assurance at the retail level.
Understanding of production methods for items within the assigned categories.
Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional collaboration with internal and external teams.
Working knowledge of Acceptable Quality Level standards
Experience working with overseas agents, indirect vendors and manufacturers.
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, SharePoint
· Responsible for all forecasting and analysis across multiple categories, styles, colors and size with objective of continually increasing sales and productivity growth for Walmart.
Primary Responsibilities
· Implement sales forecasting ensure GRS alignment which will ultimately drive the customer demand plan projections
· Analyze and validate item seasonality adjusting appropriately for events ranging from promotions to weather etc.
· Consistently identify opportunities to drive sales and productivity at the style by door lev
· Be proactive in anticipating shifts and proactively addressing with both internal and external teams striving for high forecast accuracy
· Validate all item characteristics flagged in system to ensure optimization of tool
· Build and maintain annual item ladder plans by program, style and color to include history, forecasts, sell thrus, sets vs fill visibility updating regularly
· Implement quarterly “big analysis” (Demographics, basket analysis, etc) presenting findings and identifying action plan
· Partner with Walmart RM to successfully drive the business forward utilizing in stock%, rate of sale and other productivity metrics identifying opportunities and reducing risks
· Champion call to action with cross functional team based on analysis
· Review sales ladders, trends and availability weekly with replenishment planner
· Prepare agenda and lead monthly/quarterly update and action meetings with the customer
· Prepare and maintain all relevant company and ad hoc reporting
Luxury leather accessory lifestyle brand is in search of a Salesperson.
Must have established relationships with buyers at Maxfield, Bergdorf, Hirshleifers, Barneys, Fred Segal etc.
Consistently achieve or exceed sales goals, enhancing and developing the business.
Capture meaningful customer data for the purposes of connecting with the client, building relationships and personalizing future client development opportunities.
Maintain an active, accurate, neat and organized client book, contacting clients regularly and providing appropriate follow-up on all sales or client requests.
Proven ability to build lasting relationships with customers
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Strong organization and follow-up skills.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Team-focused with a desire to collaborate effectively.
Urban/ Streetwear Men’s and Boy’s Apparel Manufacturer is looking for a Salesperson to break into new accounts with retail boxed stores like Kmart, Walmart, Target etc.
Must have a strong relationship with current GMs of these boxed stores.
This individual will also be responsible for current in-house accounts.
Sell to VIM, Cookies, Dr Jays and City Trend.
Must have a good understanding on men’s and boy’s urban streetwear apparel
Hang with brands like Switch, Bleecker & Mercer etc.
A textile converter manufacturer searching for a Senior Cad Artist with 10 plus years experience creating print cad work for all apparel markets, preferably in social and missy dress markets.
Proficient in photoshop, illustrator, and ned graphics
Strong technical skills regarding repeat and pattern, color separation, and complex layout edits
Monthly collaboration with designer to create merchandised sample line
Develop mood and trend boards seasonally based on market research
Create seasonal color palettes applicable to a number of markets
SENIOR DIRECTOR OF MANUFACTURING | CHILDRENSWEAR | RELOCATION TO INDIANA
Location: INDIANA
Salary: 175K + relocation package
Job#: 7745
Recruiter: Todd Wayne
Description:
A whimsical childrenswear manufacturer is looking to hire a Senior Director of Manufacturing. Includes all categories ranging from newborns to women’s sizes. This company is based in Indiana. A full relocation package will be provided.
Direct and manage the production and quality control department in the process from seasonal development concept of product through manufacturing
Daily correspondence with overseas offices and third-party vendors
Work with over 20 factories based in Asia and Indonesia to produce 2.5 million units
Maintains and expands internal sourcing system
Source new factories
Must have experience working with high volume units (3000-6000 units per style)
Must have extensive experience with children swear and women’s manufacturing and have established factory relationships
Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications and Dynamic AX
Magnificent high end retail store located in the heart of Manhattan. Been in business for over 60 years and sells the most amazing day, evening, MOB. They also do collaborations with European and American Designers to create product exclusively for their retail stores. Our client also has multiple retail stores located in New York and Canada. Their price point in retail is $300-$36,000
Our client is looking for sewers to work on bridal gowns.
Our client is a rapidly growing Mens and Boys Leisure/Underwear/Sock manufacturer. Who is looking for an energetic Sr. Account Planner to join their fast paced team.
Position Summary
Responsible for working closely with sales team to provide analysis for sound business decisions, maintain accurate financial records, devise projections and coordinate merchandise needs across our tiers of business.
Primary Responsibilities
Build account targets based on historical sales and new opportunities
Devise merchandise plans to guide development, line pricing and capacity holds
Ensure adopted product line aligns with SKU expectations, pricing and margin targets
Finalize order worksheets with sales creating cut & sold document for buy approval
Systematically review account performance and plans both pre-season and in-season
Implement sales forecasting for financial purposes based on current and projected orders
Analyze and validate item performance against expectations (account/program/style/color)
Consistently identify opportunities with sales partners to drive sales and productivity
Champion call to action with cross functional teams following up to ensure results
Be proactive in anticipating shifts in business and addressing with key partners
Act as lead on 3rd party selling tools including implementation, maintenance and training
Prepare and maintain all relevant company and ad hoc reporting
Our client is a High Quality Women’s wear Designer, Searching for a talented women’s RTW Tech designer. The line is primarily produceddomestically in New York and LA. They also manufacture occasionally overseas.
The candidate will play an integral role in all day-to-day technical design in the production of the ready-to wear collection. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Technical design. S/he will have a strong work ethic and business acumen, commingled with an understanding of our client’s aesthetic and quality level. S/he will work cross functionally with production, pattern making, and fabric teams. It is imperative that this candidate has a great, loyal and positive attitude and has the ability to integrate smoothly into the existing Technical Design Team.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for the fit of the production fit for woven, PFD, leather and cut/sew categories.
Communicate with cross functional teams through all phases of production and manage their expectations with detail, follow up and professionalism.
Build open communication paths between Technical Design and the Production Team.
Monitor and coach factories for the highest level of quality. • Partners with Production counterparts on tracking and arrival of all fit samples and PP samples.
Maintain technical packages with all updates, graded specs, fit photos.
Conduct shrink tests when needed to assure production fabric is reacting similarly to sample fabric.
Assure fit consistency in repeat and core styles.
Prepare for fittings by meticulously specing and comparing the PP/TOP to the SMS/standard.
Record fit notes and notify departments such as Production regarding changes to the styles made during fittings.
Partner with Raw materials team and Production Managers to assemble full packages of all components needed for PP's.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: • 4+ years experience in Technical Design/Pattern making.
Understanding of domestic manufacturing, with a strong eye for proportion and design aesthetic.
Highly organized and very detail oriented.
Highly proficient in Excel, PDM, PLM, ERP or RLM with the ability to perform analytical tasks.
Quick-moving and quick-thinking, able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent people skills, and able to work in familial environment and integrate well with existing office employees.
Must be a team player, willing to share ideas and take over or delegate responsibilities to other team members as the situation requires
Our client is a well established womens swimwear manufacturer who is looking for a TEMPORARY Production Coordinator/Sourcing Manager to join their fast paced team
Job Summary:
To coordinate and manage product needs between sales, design, and manufacturing entities overseas
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Sourcing of fabric and trims per design requests
Create and manage Time and Action Calendars for all accounts, or lines, each season
Attend production planning meetings. Actively participate, if not lead in the discussions arising from the plan, (problems and solutions.)
Issue purchase orders to the sourced factories and supply the necessary data into Blue Cherry
Costing: negotiate and find prices from vendors that fit into the margin goals set by the VP of Operations
Review and approve customer compliance requirements, which include labels, tickets, packaging, QC requirements etc.
Reports: issue reports to managers and agents to communicate work in process in order to ensure that schedules are met
Blue Cherry: input data to maintain style data base
Review and approve vendor invoice payment
All other duties as assigned by VP, General Manager
Skills:
Must be organized, detail oriented and follow up skills
Must possess strong computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Los Angeles-based luxury womenswear brand is searching for a VP of Production.
ONLY apply if you have experience in luxury markets
ONLY apply if you have experience with patternmaking
Hang with labels such as The Row, Alexander Wang, Derek Lam, Michael Kors etc…
Maintain development and production calendar
Work closely with Designers to develop samples with overseas factories in Asia and Europe
Participate in fittings to ensure design aesthetics and quality standards are consistent from design to production
Travel to overseas factories for development and production fitting
Source new factories in Europe
Monitor overall budgets to ensure all departments are on track
Negotiate cost and price process from initial development to final bulk product
Sold to department stores such as Barneys, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman, Net-a-Porter online, and in over 50 exclusive multi-brand boutiques worldwide.
Must have experience working with high volume units (7000 units per season)
Supervise a team of 3 (technical designer, production assistant and logistic)
Must have excellent knowledge of fabric and garment construction
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