- Collaborate with factories, pattern designers, and Lab Manager to ensure patterns meet cmt requirements and fabric shrinkage standards.
- Work closely with Raw Material Merchandisers to understand fabric quality and build shrinkage templates for pattern design teams.
- Develop a skills matrix and train Pattern Design Team members to improve their versatility in commodities and lifestyles.
- Maintain an even workflow from sample sets to grading, ensuring samples are produced efficiently through denim labs and outside suppliers.
- Implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor supplier performance and align it with company goals.
- Engage directly with factories to develop improvement plans and troubleshoot issues in real-time.
- Serve as a liaison between factories and internal teams, facilitating effective communication and partnership.
- Lead the denim Pattern Making Team, driving Lean Speed Leadtimes, and managing grade rules in the Centric System.
- Research and innovate with design and lab teams to execute best-fitting denim products while balancing factory efficiencies.
- Manage Product Development Patterns for D&M Factories and Group Denim Product Development Initiative.
- Oversee human resource management to ensure effective team dynamics and individual performance.
- National Diploma in Clothing Management or Clothing Production or Fashion Design
- MDP or SMDP qualification advantageous
- 5-10 years experience as Pattern Designer/Grader on Lectra or similar system
- Minimum 5-10 years experience within retail, manufacturing, supply chain
- In-depth knowledge of design, product development, manufacturing processes, sourcing strategies, and retail dynamics
- 3-5 years experience within the denim industry
- Proven experience in a similar role with strong track record of design, product development, and cost reductions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence suppliers, buyers, and technologists
- Develops and leads a team toward a common objective.
- Applies market and business insights to drive organisational objectives.
- Communicates ideas clearly and concisely.
- Fosters a culture of creativity and innovation.
- Makes timely, well-rounded decisions.
- Understands organisational dynamics and takes focused action.
- Takes accountability and ensures others meet performance targets.
- Resolves complex problems by simplifying information.
- Improves work processes and prioritises initiatives aligned with organisational goals.
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Technical Specialist - Wes-Kaap - TFG (The Foschini Group)

1 week ago

Description
About the role:
TFG Design and Manufacturing are forming a New Denim Design & Merchandising Team to supply the entire group with local QR denim on a fast lead time, focusing on research & product development. We require a Denim Technical Specialist.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications and Experience:
Behaviours for Success:
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