Design Room ManagerSuperbalist.com

• Responsible for managing a team of patternmakers, sample cutter / raters, sewing machinists, garment technologists, Grader, Marker-Maker and an Assistant. Dealing with and resolving all technical aspects relating to garments and critical path lead time

Responsibilities:

• Ensure budgeted outputs are achieved
• Ability to identify bottlenecks & put Corrective Action Plans in place and/or revise processes if the above are not achieved
• Owning the sealing process and ensure that internal processes and quality standards are aligned with the Superbalist Quality Division
• Align with the Production and Merchandise department to ensure that garments are costed and made in the most production friendly way
• Responsible that all technical information required for garment production, is correct and resolving any issues that may arise
• Responsible for systems and procedures to be implemented as well as training and support to all staff
• Work closely with the Merchandise Team, to plan and prioritise the workflow through the department and ensure CPM dates are met

Experience/ Requirements:

• Diploma in Garment Production and/or Design/ Clothing Management required
• Min 5 years experience managing a design room, sample room and or pattern making division
• Minimum 5-8 years management experience, managing teams over multiple disciplines to achieve a specific target
• Excellent at driving individuals to master working as a team
• Excellent Excel skills with ability to manipulate, create layouts, formulas, search functions and pivot tables
• Strong technical pattern, garment construction and sewing knowledge
• Good understanding of garment manufacturing processes as well as garment finishing processes
• Good knowledge of Fabric Construction and end-use suitability
• Understanding of Body Measurement charts and how to apply when Grading
• Knowledge of Gerber Patternmaking and Grading would be advantageous
• Manucturing experience would be advantageous

Required Attributes:

• Strong Planning & Organisational Skills
• Excellent Prioritization & Time management Skills
• Detailed Orientated
• Demonstrate a high level of flexibility
• Open and Effective Communication
• Problem solver with analytical thinking, understanding the issue and finding solutions
• Ability to construct, implement and fine-tune systems and procedures
• Collaborative Teamwork