Job Title: Operations Manager
Location: Dubai
Job Description: We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Fashion Design Associate with an operations background to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in fashion design and possess excellent technical skills, creativity, and attention to detail. As a Fashion Design Assistant, you will work closely with our creative director to assist in all aspects of the design process from concept development to final product creation.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the creative director to understand and execute innovative sample designs.
- Execute fabric sourcing as directed and as per requirements for sampling & production.
- Ability to create technical sketches of design concepts is a plus.
- Assist in fitting sessions taking detailed notes and making necessary adjustments to garment prototypes.
- Maintain organized records of design sketches, fabric samples, and other design-related materials.
- Communicate with vendors and suppliers to coordinate fabric and trim orders ensuring timely delivery and quality control.
- Support sales manager as needed by attending to customers as they walk in to our studio or at trunk shows/trade shows.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall goals of the design team and company.
- Keep record of daily output of our in-house sampling & production.
- Check pieces made daily and coordinate with the main pattern maker for all sampling & production.
- Maintain a fabric and inventory log.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field preferred.
- Previous experience in garment sampling & production is a must.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and other design software is a plus but not necessary.
- Strong sketching and illustration skills with the ability to translate ideas into visual concepts is a plus.
- Excellent understanding of garment construction, patternmaking, and sewing techniques.
- Knowledge of textiles, fabrics, and trimmings with an understanding of sourcing and production processes.
- Creative thinking and a strong eye for detail.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Passion for fashion and a desire to contribute to the success of our design studio/company.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Health insurance.
- Annual leave and other benefits as per standard UAE laws.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.