Production Manager

Now Hiring | Australian Luxury RTW | Sydney

The Brand |
 Our client requires no introduction – with sophisticated product categories across evening, bridal and RTW – they have thriving channels across retail, eComm and wholesale and recent international expansion.
 
The Role |

Working closely in communication with the Design and Design room team - this role is critical to creating quality garments and a seamless process for a team to work together to achieve a high level of efficiency and contribution to the success of the business.

• Responsible for on time deliveries from suppliers of all garments at the highest quality standards from SMS design handover to shipment.

• Manage timeline and accessories for all manufacturers

• Measure and control fit of garment approvals [salesman, pre-production and shipment samples]

• Manage and organise garment fit sessions. Translate technical fit improvements and alterations to suppliers

• Maintain Critical Path Design to Production Handover

• Conduct regular meetings with Design, Planners and dispatch to discuss progress / issues

• Developing and evolving company standards of production processes and team management

• New development factory allocation review with design for each seasonal collection ensuring capable and high-quality execution from start to finish.

• Present to Team weekly on production updates and delivery schedule.

• Responsible for fabrications, printing, dye, wash and garment construction management and approvals.

• Working closely with local suppliers

 
The Skillset |
 
You are an experienced Production Manager with at least 5 years experience in production – you are highly skilled in negotiation with suppliers and understand just how valuable these relationships are to the success of the business.

• An understanding of garment construction

• A background in high end or luxury fashion

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook and Word)

• Experience handling high-end product with intricate detailing

• The ability to work to a timeline and adhere to deadlines

• The ability to work autonomously and have a high level of organization

• The ability to follow quality systems and procedures

• Experience with hand sewing and or alteration techniques is a plus but not essential

 The Offer |
 
You will thrive in this close knit culture where they are renowned for their staff longevity. Roles like this don't pop up often, you will work in state of the art offices in Alexandria, and we are open to 4 days pw or 5 days pw profiles. They value collaboration and as such this role is based in their office. There is a strong salary reflective of the experience required for this role. 
 
The Talent Mill Recruitment division is a bespoke consultancy and talent acquisition specialist within the fashion, lifestyle and retail industries. With more than 10 years specialist expertise with luxury, lifestyle & fashion brands globally we discover, recognize, and connect inspiring individuals to the most desirable brands as a trusted support to founder-led start-ups, SME’s and multinational corporations within the fashion & retail industry. 
 
Recruitment – but make it ethical not transactional.  Quality over quantity – always. Truly consultative and delivered at pace.  We hold a genuine passion and expertise for the industries we support, and offer a unique and modern recruitment proposition – one where we develop long term, meaningful connections, add value and deliver an unforgettable service.
 

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