Trims & Finishing Coordinator

La Maison Simons Inc.; Quebec; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Simons is seeking a Trims & Finishing Coordinator to define strategy, oversee component selection, and ensure compliance across trims, labels, and finishes within product development teams.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience in trims or finishing, a Bachelor’s degree in fashion/technical design, and fluency in French and English; travel abroad may be required. Simons offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for growth within a well-known fashion brand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in fashion, technical design, textile science, or relevant experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in trims, fashion accessories, technical components, or finishing.
• Strong understanding of trims and finishing techniques.
• Knowledge of product development and tech packs.
• Fluency in French and English.
• Attention to detail, creativity, analytical mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel abroad.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the trims & finishing strategy.
• Support selection of components aligned with product requirements.
• Ensure compliance of trims (testing, standards, certifications).
• Manage trims library, samples, reservations, and validations.
• Coordinate trims commitments and deliveries with suppliers.
• Optimize costs, MOQs, and lead times.
• Resolve trims- and finishing-related issues in production.
• Facilitate communication between teams and suppliers.
• Contribute to innovation projects related to components and finishes.

Skills

Trims & finishing

Product development

Tech packs

French & English bilingual

Detail-oriented

Analytical mindset

Project management

Travel abroad

Education

Bachelor’s degree in fashion/technical design/textile science

Job description

Simons was founded in 1840 by John Simons in Quebec City. Originally a dry goods store, the family company is known today for accessible and inspired fashion. It is committed to cultivating creativity and building meaningful relationships with its staff, partners, and clientele. The company cares about the environment and about the communities in which it does business. Simons is recognized as a fashion authority with an original shopping concept. Exclusive collections, emerging local and nationally recognized brands, and pieces by top designer names are all available under one roof in the store’s distinctive zones. The Trims & Finishing Coordinator ensures that every product is developed with the best components: trims, accessories, labels, closures, embellishments, and finishing techniques. This role includes defining trims & finishing strategy, overseeing component selection and compliance, and supporting product development teams.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the trims & finishing strategy.
• Support selection of components aligned with product requirements.
• Ensure compliance of trims (testing, standards, certifications).
• Manage trims library, samples, reservations, and validations.
• Coordinate trims commitments and deliveries with suppliers.
• Optimize costs, MOQs, and lead times.
• Resolve trims- and finishing-related issues in production.
• Facilitate communication between teams and suppliers.
• Contribute to innovation projects related to components and finishes.

Desired Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in fashion, technical design, textile science, or relevant experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in trims, fashion accessories, technical components, or finishing.
• Strong understanding of trims and finishing techniques.
• Knowledge of product development and tech packs.
• Proficiency in French and English.
• Attention to detail, creativity, analytical mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Availability to travel abroad.

At Simons, people are at the heart of all that we do. We pay special attention to the well-being of our employees and their families, highlighting important moments that mark their journey, including service anniversaries and significant life milestones. Creativity, community, and respect are an integral part of our DNA. We offer everyone the opportunity to build a career that’s suited to them, whether that’s at our stores, head office, or Campus in Quebec City. Proud to recognize our teams’ contributions, we provide competitive work conditions as well as a comprehensive and scalable range of benefits. We also promote flexibility and a welcoming, inclusive, and caring work environment, where everybody can reach their full potential. Take this opportunity to join our dedicated team and make a difference at a company where people are the top priority.

Simons was founded in 1840 by John Simons in Quebec City. Originally a dry goods store, the family company is known today for accessible and inspired fashion. It is committed to cultivating creativity and building meaningful relationships with its staff, partners, and clientele. The company cares about the environment and about the communities in which it does business. Creativity, community, and our employees' well-being are embedded in our DNA. Find a career that's right for you in one of our stores, at our head office, or at our Campus in Quebec City. At Simons, we care about our employees and their families. We believe that even small gestures can have a huge impact. We offer flexibility, as well as generous salaries and benefits to our team, all in a warm and welcoming environment.