The Head of Production & Development is responsible for all Development and Production phases and processes within the Accessories department.
What You’ll Do
- Manage Development processes of all accessory lines across each season, as well as special projects
- Plan the yearly Development critical path and communicate this to the relevant teams and suppliers
- Responsible for the processes from intial research to final samples, providing technical advice to Design and suppliers
- Collaborate with Design to source raw materials & components, develop hardware components and follow up on deliveries when necessary
- Manage colours approval for materials
- Maintain good working relationships with current suppliers and research new potential suppliers as needed
- Plan and supervise fittings and pre-production meetings
- Sign off collections, ensuring that quality is up to standards and delivered on time
- Negotiate price points and development costs for each season, keeping to budget
- Create and oversee technical packs for suppliers, ensuring clear communication and smooth work flow
- Create price matrix sheets and seasonal sales presentations for the Sales team
- Liaise with Logistics during show season to deliver the collection smoothly
- Update Production delivery schedules regularly and communicate to the relevant teams
- Manage testing for all materials and finished goods prior to Production launch
Essential Skills & Requirements:
- 4-5 years' experience in a similar role in luxury fashion
- Flexible and willing to travel regularly
- Italian speaker essential
Additional Information:
6-month contract (maternity cover)