Jobs

Current Roles

Broadly, this person will be responsible for activities such as:

Coordinating the seamstressing work to ensure a professional and high-quality outputs and ensure that the company continues to deliver the best bridal fitting experience for the brides.
Collaborating with the bridal stylists to prepare for fitting appointments, ensure the company meet the brides' wedding timelines, and manage the atelier's workload.
Managing customer correspondences and interactions related to fittings and customisations.
Ensuring that all alterations criteria are met before they are due.
Ensuring accurate capture of fitting information.
Ensuring the atelier's productivity and efficiency.
Performing alterations work.

Bridal Seamstress

The Bridal Seamstress is key to the retail and customer experience in our client's Auckland Flagship Showroom. This role is responsible for ensuring a seamless experience for brides throughout the fitting and alterations process. To excel in this role, the candidate will require a balance of administrative skills, strong technical seam stressing skills, and an impeccable approach to customer service.

There are three key aspects to this role:

Technical - performing bridal fittings, alterations and creation of bespoke pieces as required;

Atelier coordination and management - managing the atelier's workflow and quality of work;

Customer service - ensuring the delivery of a warm, welcoming and responsive bridal fitting experience for our brides.

The Bridal Seamstress will work closely with the showroom team to manage the alterations workload and customer correspondence and fitting appointments. The ability to remain calm and communicate concisely is imperative.

A minimum of five years' seamstress or dressmaking experience in luxury and/or bridal fashion
Highly developed knowledge in bridal high-fashion fabrics, wedding gown or evening dress design and constructions
Experience working in an atelier or similar workroom, especially in situations requiring the team to work to set deadlines
Customer service experience, especially in situations where a high level of customer service is expected
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to speak and write fluently in English is required as the role will interact regularly with our brides
A passion for fashion especially in bridal
Experience in using systems and processes related to the retail channel
A qualification in fashion, retail, sales, or any related field preferred but not critical (please expect the above skills to be tested during the recruitment process)
The following attributes will be key to success:
Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-moving environment
A calm demeanour and ability to react positively in high pressure situations (in particular during our peak fitting periods)
Strong memory recall
High attention to details and precise workmanship
Excellent time management and organisational skills
An outgoing personality with a 'can-do' attitude
Absolute care, focus and energy with regards to the smooth and exceptional experience for the brides from the moment they meet with the team
Warm, friendly, and gregarious
Respectful but resilient
Professional and well-presented
Diligent, structured and has a meticulous eye for detail
A proven willingness to work collaboratively and create a fantastic environment for customers and your colleagues
A great work ethic and a willingness to work hard to deliver results
A growth mindset - not set in ways and willingness to learn and innovate
Ability to legally work in New Zealand (NZ residency or citizenship is ideal)
Would love to hear from you if this role is of interest.

Please call Julie Malone on 0211560111 or email apparel@apparelhr.com

Sales Support Associate

Our fabulous client is looking for a new Sales Support Associate to help take their brand experience a new level. They are a global design company focused manufacturing & wholesaling garments from their Auckland Atelier to over 80 retailers across the globe. The Sales Support Associate will respond to customer enquiries, manage direct customer and wholesale orders, and work closely with the Sales Manager to execute sales team projects and objectives.

Specific responsibilities include:

Manage direct customer enquiries via email and LiveChat
Input and manage orders through internal production software
Responsible for the order placement, management and delivery of all promotional products
Oversee and manage inventory levels for in-stock products
Utilize the company's CRM tools to manage customer communication
Support the Sales Manager in occasional special events, fittings and projects

Required Skills

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a customer service or sales related position
Demonstrable experience in deadline management
Excellent communication and organization skills
Proficient in all standard Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint)
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining deadlines and team excellence
Interest in fashion and working with a team of driven professionals to create an unparalleled customer service experience for B2B partners and customers

Additional Requirements

Must be located in Auckland, New Zealand with ability to work in Parnell HQ

Fashion Brand/Account Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Account Manager will manage the development of all marketing and media content and media communications for the designated brand across the marketing channels.

MAIN OBJECTIVES OF POSITION

Work alongside Marketing Manager to set the content plan/strategy, mood/story for the brand in social media and marketing channels.
Manage and executes all day-to-day operations of the social media presence in all platforms - inclusive of design, sign-offs and publishing.
Plan, design and create, and content for marketing efforts (primarily social media-related) in accordance with schedule set by Marketing Manager.
Managing email accounts associated content for real brides and collaborations to be established.
Review and reporting on social media metrics for social channels and increase interaction with the brand across all channels.
Reporting on database and website user performance and suggesting recommendations.
Search, pitch and develop influencer partnership from contract agreement to final delivery.
Participate in collection vision meetings with Director of Design and Communications to ensure social media of Saint matches the story and vision from the design team
Manges the press set, loans, and collaborations for the collection
Assist the Photography and partnership content producer in the planning and prep on all required photo shoots of the collection (including marketing materials for collection launch and look books)
Plans and producers studio fitting and flat lay content required for social each month
Trade marketing and retailer partnerships development. Partners with retailer to create content and shared marketing plans to be used through the year.
Creation and implementation of branding visuals for Saint including:
Website HP, Collection pages and gown pages
Presentation material
Look book
Keep all work areas clean, tidy, and safe at all times per Lean Manufacturing principles

RELATIONSHIPS & AUTHORITY

Directly reports to Marketing Manager.
Direct relationship to - Photography and Partnership content producer.
Direct relationship to - Marketing Assistant.
Functional relationship with the Design Team, External Relations and Tech Team.

Our confidentiality is guaranteed!

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Part time Garment Technician

Aprox 12-15 hours per week

$30 per hour

Purpose of position:

To create techpacks for all outbound samples.

To measure all inbound samples and communicate with factories re fit.

To liaise factories in order to ensure smooth running of the production process.

To assist with various production tasks designated by the Buyer.

Report to: The Buyer and the General Manager.

Job duties: The job duties of this position include but are not limited to those listed below. As a minimum requirement the Garment Technician is required to:

PREPARE TECHPACKS

Attend product styling session with the buying team if required
Prepare tech pack for all out bound styles
Techpack to include full size spec with all required changes noted, sketch, detailed accessories
Measuring points for each style to be noted on sketch
Samples/images of accessories to be included if possible
Size spec to be appropriate for the style (eg S - 3XL for knit, 10 - 26 for woven, OS for scarf)
Making up story boards
Style sheets and product sketches
Graphic work in Adobe

INBOUND COUNTER SAMPLES PROCESSING

Sample evaluation to be completed for all proto samples
Measure every point on spec and note differences
Check fit on house model and note any differences between spec and counter sample
Communicate with factories re required changes. If sample is accepted with different spec, amend the spec and resend
Aim for next business day reply on every sample for all received samples

FACTORY COMMUNICATION

Answer all factory technical queries
Provide sketches and specs to clarify any questioned point
Aim for same day reply on technical questions

OTHER PRODUCTION TASKS

Assist with any production tasks requested by General Manager or the Buyer
Help with creating and compiling look books, and season catalogues if required
Provide additional sketches for marketing and look books if required
Any other task requested by the General Manager or Buyer not directly relating to processing production samples

ADDITIONAL TASKS (if suitable)

• Fit model duties:

Attending fit sessions with the Directors and giving thorough feedback on the fit and feel of the garments

Ideal size 14: Bust 95cm, Waist 85, Hips 106

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Buyers Assistant

Buying

Create templates and prepare all information to be sent to marketing ahead of going live on the website

Monitor all live deals and do not let them close without approval and checking success of sales
Confirm an agreed order with suppliers and raise POs
Gathering product information from suppliers, keeping close tabs on following up if no response
Answering customer service queries relating to products
Coordinate with each department depending on product stage i.e. Marketing, Production and Customer Services
Re-costing and confirming repeat orders
Assist in sourcing new/old suppliers to see who can produce new items being proposed
Sourcing and costing new products
Develop new suppliers through research (Alibaba or overseas agents)
Co-coordinating and recording buying samples received
Communicating with the Showroom about the arrival of samples and helping to set-up the samples
Assisting with QC when products arrive into the Warehouse
Assisting the Warehouse to count or label stock when needed

Production

Assisting with adhoc production tasks
Checking and amending instruction manuals
Maintain office procedures, processes, systems
Maintain and manage all orders within the company's system
Highlight areas where service and efficiency within the production process can be improved

Relationships

Internal

Attend weekly meetings with company GM and buying Manager to brainstorm product ideas, market research of current trends
Provide translation for buying and marketing departments from suppliers
Discuss product success with the GM and whether to pull a product or leave it running on a promotion
Liaise with both the customer service and marketing team in terms of product enquires for customers
Coordinate with the Shipping Department to check if orders need to be consolidated as a Full
Container Loading to save on costing.
Assist the buying department in communicating with the factories over any questions or information they need to answer

External

Initiate contact with current or new suppliers with new orders
Negotiate product prices with suppliers and relay information accurately in regards to price, design, quantity and deadlines
Confirm packaging requirements, terms of business and shipping terms with suppliers
Raise orders with suppliers once approval has been granted
Approve pre-production samples that are sent from suppliers to ensure they meet the outlined criteria

Health and Safety

Ensure that operations are carried out in accordance with legal, Site and Corporate H&S Guidelines
Show personal responsibility in safety by following safety standards at all times
Report on safety issues & performances in a timely manner, and propose solutions
Work co-operatively with the team and Health and Safety Officer

Person specification

Experience

At least 2 years' experience in a similar role
Good understanding of overseas production and processes
Experience dealing with international suppliers
Knowledge of how to work out productions costs/margins would be beneficial
Ability to build strong and lasting relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders
Proven practical experience of working in a role that requires handling multiple tasks at one time
Experience navigating around MS Applications especially Excel

Personal Attributes

Highly organised and efficient
Resourceful personality and the ability to think out of the box when sourcing new products
Excellent communication skills, being fluent in a second language would be an advantage
Superb problem-solving skills
Can work as part of multiple teams across different departments

Our confidentiality is guaranteed!

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Presser

Our client was voted Best Drycleaner in Auckland by Metro Magazine. They are recommended by New Zealand's leading fashion designers and have an unrivalled reputation for outstanding quality and service.They employ leading edge technology and have over 45 employees operating in a world class production environment.They are seeking an experienced and productive presser with good spoken English. Must have excellent attention to detail and a strong quality focus.
They provide a comfortable and friendly working environment where staff are treated with respect and integrity.

Key Tasks

Pressing and/or hand-ironing garments and furnishings in accordance with the company's high quality procedures and standards.
Ensure all stained garments are returned to the drycleaning department for stain removal.
Check the garments to determine whether free repairs are required.
Achieve productivity goals (piece count) without compromising quality standards.
Achieve superior levels of customer satisfaction by proactively pursuing the company goal - "It's Ready and Right"

This is an excellent opportunity to work for the market leader in the drycleaning industry where you will be paid at the very top end of the market and have stable and secure full-time employment.

Our confidentiality is guaranteed!

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Warehouse Team Member

Internal Customer Services department/ External Freight contacts

Ensure quality of inwards and outwards goods/ Manage

warehouse operations and logistics to ensure the highest possible quality of goods and customer service delivery

Key responsibilities & outcomes

Warehouse Operations

Assist with pickup orders
Faulty Stock - Liaise with customer service resolving delivery issues
Manage rework
Account for all goods including branch transfers received ensuring that it matches the order that was raised
Assist with stock control and random spot checks on stock as required
Perform cycle counts as required
Operate a forklift as required to move stock to ensure easy access for stock being dispatched
Assist in Despatch with help from staff
Assist in organising the warehouse to make sure there is space for everything
Unload and load all trucks (fork hoist certified)
Ensure the warehouse and car park tidy and clean

Customer Care

Provide excellent customer service to customers who come in for pick-up of goods or drop off of faulty goods by dealing with their query in a friendly and timely manner
Provide accurate information to the customers on where they need to go if returning goods
Develop and establish strong relationships with new and existing customers

Maintain Warehouse procedures, processes, systems

Ensure that all goods are accounted for and any discrepancies in orders are logged and reported
Log all incoming and dispatched goods into software system
Ensure to print correct and clear labels for all stock
Assist in keeping the warehouse tidy and ensure a clear pathway at all times
Maintain and update all warehouse documentation in accordance with company policy

Relationships

1.Internal:

Work closely with the customer service team to arrange pickups by customers
Report any issues with inwards or outwards goods to customer service team so clients can be notified
Keep the internal email accounts maintained and actioned
Allocate or flag emails that are for the different warehouse teams (bulk warehouse)
Action any relatable emails so the team knows that the issue has been closed
Liaise with appropriate departments for any issues that are raised with goods on inspection of delivery
Assist internal staff with any product samples that need to be put together

2.External:

Serve any customers that come into the warehouse for pick-ups/drop offs
Coordinate with different freight providers to ensure delivery times are met
Ensure that freight providers are contacted regarding the dispatch of goods

Health and Safety

Conduct daily checks of the warehouse to ensure that health and safety standards are met
Report on safety issues & performances in a timely manner, and propose solutions
Using company guidelines relating to manual handling when dealing with stock
Ensure that operations are carried out in accordance with legal, Site and Corporate H&S Guidelines
Show personal responsibility in safety by following safety standards at all times
Work co-operatively with the team and Health and Safety Officer

Person specification

Experience

Strong background in warehouse procedures
Proven experience with stock control and stock management
A forklift licence is necessary for this role
Experience in warehouse administration and using different software systems
The ability to communicate with different departments effectively

Personal Attributes

Physically fit with the ability to lift stock
The ability to project what products need to be moved to create room for new deliveries
Excellent communication skills
The ability to put theory into practice when dealing with heavy lifting
Personable & approachable with customers and clients
Able to work on own initiative in the warehouse and identify what needs to be done
Good at collaborating with different departments in the company as required

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Shima Seiki Knitting Machine Operator - fashion wear

Based in Tauranga.

Graduates welcome!

The job entails the set up, operation and monitoring of Shima Seiki knitting machines.

Setting up and operating automatic machines to knit garments of specified pattern and design.

Threading yarn, through guides, needles and rollers of machines for knitting.

Starting machines and monitoring operation to detect faults and ensure effectiveness of operation.

Removing panels or fabric from the machines and examining finished products for defects and variations, reporting faults in machines, and carrying out quality control procedures.

Cleaning, oiling, and lubricating machines, using air hoses, cleaning solutions, rags, oil cans and/or grease guns.

The successful candidates will be working on the machines so some mechanical knowledge would be great and if they had an interest in electronics that would be advantageous.

Opportunity to learn how to program the machines.

The job is permanent 40 hours a week, start and finish time is flexible.

$24 an hour to start with a six month performance and salary review.

For more information about this great opportunity,

Please contact Julie Malone on 021 1560 111

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Garment Technician

Product Development:

Review of the design to ensure fit for purpose and is in alignment with The company's quality standards and brand architecture
Creating pattern and spec for new samples in order to issue sample requests to the production team with details of garments, pattern, fabrics and trims required
Working closely with the relevant teams to ensure the garments meet any required standards, eg high-visibility or fire retardant
Sourcing and ordering trims where needed and corresponding with suppliers for all sample/requirements
Ensure detailed briefing in to the suppliers when development sample process commences
Detailed analysis of sample submissions to ensure they meet with technical pack requirements, meet required standard for garment presentation and quality of workmanship
Lead fit meetings to assess the fit of the sample in line with the block selected, the design brief, the measurement spec and end user requirements.
Ensure that the fit of a style is reviewed as it grades into very large sizes and whether the style is still appropriate
Adhere to the risk assessment process closing out all identified risks prior to pre-production sample sign off
Final sign off of all technical packs and pre-production samples
Ensure that governance around tech pack updates and filing are adhered to
Working with key stakeholders to achieve the least complex methods which are cost effective and improves efficiencies
Keeping accurate records for the set up stage and approval process for gold seal samples and key approval documents/samples
Fabric shipping sample approvals and management for easy referencing
Ensure that any amendments to construction during product development do not negatively impact price and that any cost savings made are notified to Sourcing to ensure this can be reflected in the price
Seek and take advice from suppliers to improve construction methods and reduce cost
Working with the product developer and sourcing specialist on new product developments to recommend production methods for easier manufacturing & cost saving options
Attending fitting sessions with the product developer & senior patternmaker and making recommendations to ensure the quality and customer expectations are met

Specifications & Pattern Making

Use the company's template to create detailed specifications for new garments to enable suppliers to make accurate samples and bulk production
Create garment sketches, size charts, measuring diagrams, construction instructions, logo placement diagrams and other relevant technical details required to create specifications suitable for onshore and offshore use
Maintain all garment specs, pattern files, sample list of active and discontinued styles and relating documents for easy access and adhere to Document Management System (DMS)
Create fully graded patterns for samples and new product based on the company's blocks as required
Make patterns for special measure customer garments
Carry out costings requested by internal customers (Sale/Sourcing Teams) by making mock up patterns for development, yield and costing purposes
Implement pattern changes and improvements as required by the customer or internal Teams
Maintain all patterns, import and export files
Work closely with other teams on new style patterns and when pattern changes occur
Offshore spec set up and creation as directed by Category & Product Teams
Offshore sample checking against specs and writing sample inspection reports (SIRs)
Liaising with suppliers, checking trims samples and lab dips etc
Request/Set up of new raw materials to be set up by Planning Assistant
Working knowledge of technical fabrics, standards and compliance (AS NZS 4602.1 & AS NZS 4602.2 , AS NZS 4824.2021, etc)
Experienced in CAD Patternmaking and grading
Checking and requesting all relevant test reports for fabric & trims
Updating specifications at all stages
Quality checking & creating sample inspection reports from development sample to top of production sample
Building up solid relationships with the key internal & external stakeholders and suppliers
Communicating with onshore and/or offshore suppliers for any quality & technical issues and bring solutions for any queries
Experienced in using Adobe Illustrator

Critical Path

Ensure adherence to critical path timelines
Strive for improved timelines to facilitate speed to market
Communicate development progress with key stakeholders
Solutions focus to minimise roadblocks and improve development speed
Deal with quality issues that arise throughout the development process calling in stakeholder support across the business for resolution in a timely manner

Innovation:

block/fit/size/grading/fit model/dummy - alignment and control
Aim to continually share and research for areas of improvement in process, service and product offering
Sustainable and environmental practices where commercially possible

Safety

Understands, adheres to, and works towards meeting their HSE Responsibilities as advised in the GetSAFE 3.1 HSE Accountabilities, Responsibilities and Authorities Standard

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Customer Communications Consultant

LOCATION: Auckland

REPORTING TO Sales Co-ordinator

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Customer Communications Consultant position is based in the design studio focused on wholesale and retail sales communication.

MAIN OBJECTIVES OF POSITION

Wholesales Account Manager - Retailer comms, order entry & management, monthly updates & reports, sizing & alterations support, returns, customer concerns
Retail Sales - studio sales days & sample sales
Client Comms - oversees emails & running Livechat
Assist in managing Auckland studio shows - set-up, client comms, stylist for each show, follow up comms, managing orders and payments

RELATIONSHIPS

Directly reports to Sales Co-ordinator
Functional relationship with the Design & Admin teams

SKILLS REQUIRED

Fashion industry experience
Proven account management experience
Perfect written English and an ability to understand foreign cultures

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Dress Makers

10 positions available

Location: Auckland

Our client is a high-end Bridal Atelier with a state of the art workroom located in central Parnell. They are looking for experienced Dress Makers to join their team. The successful candidates must be familiar with all aspects of garment construction and industrial machining to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

Full garment construction.
Required volume of garments in a timely manner to the required standard.
Plain sewing.
Overlocking.

Skills, Experience and Attributes Required:

Proven garment construction and machining skills to a very high standard.
Experience in working with fine fabrics, lace and trimmings would be advantageous.

If you are adept in fine sewing and are a reliable team player looking for a new opportunity to display your skills, send us your CV now!

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Sales - Embroidery Sales & Operations Co-Ordinator

Job Brief:

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced sales and operations person to join our Client's dynamic and very successful team in a newly created role as a "hands on" Embroidery Sales & Ops Co-Ordinator located in Mt Wellington, Auckland.

The successful person will bring some years of experience to the table, to allow them to take ownership of the role and hit the ground running to achieve business objectives of customer base growth, production quality and overall outstanding customer experience.

Hours of work are 9am to 5pm Monday - Friday, with the opportunity for flexibility and additional hours if required.

Applicants must be pro-active, reliable, culturally aware, English speaking team player with a "roll up sleeves" attitude and ideally have workflow experience with Wilcom software and Barudan embroidery machines.

Good computer skills are required to maintain digital files etc.eg Excel/Outlook and ability to learn our ERP system JIM2. Experience with embroidery machine and/or heat press operation will be advantageous.

Duties include (but not limited to):

Supervise staff and co-ordinate work flow/load of Embroidery and Heatpress jobs. Ability to reorganize jobs based on urgency and last minute changes.

Take ownership of the system and administrating the brand/ digitizing side of the business.

Deal with internal & external customers and have an emphasis to grow the business with seeking the introduction of new customers.

Liaise with digitizer to create embroidery programs for Barudan embroidery machines using Wilcom digitizing software.

Receive job information from the customer including the type of item/ fabric to be embellished, size, colours and position

Communicate with the customer regarding the design requirements and submit proofs and samples for approval

Work with production and design team to make amendments to the program promptly to avoid delays in production

Attention to Detail - ability to maintain coding, accurate files & images, identifying anomalies. Problem solving skills will be required for different aspects of the role.

Assist with routine cleaning and oiling of the machine and keeping the workspace tidy.

Strive to achieve production and performance goals.

Maintain stock levels of operational consumables.

Work in a team environment and contribute to team effort. Maintaining a positive attitude.

Ensure health and safety policies and procedures are met and contributed to if/when necessary.

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Graphic Designer

Location: Mt Wellington

Reporting to: Marketing Manager / Marketing Team Lead.

Coordinating with the internal Marketing and Buying departments.

Supporting the Marketing Team in providing excellent marketing material and social media content that will promote Company's business strategy and increase sales.

Key responsibilities & outcomes

Graphics

Resize, clear-cut, recolour, add graphics or otherwise manipulate supplied images in consultation with the Marketing and Buying Teams
Retouch in-house or professional photographs
Create composite lifestyle shots that suit the Company's brand by combining clear-cut product images with lifestyle backgrounds from stock-shot libraries etc
Create website banner artwork consistent with the Company's brand look and feel
Create artwork for marketing emails consistent with the brand's look and feel
Create logos (and associated banners / email artwork) for special promotions eg. Halloween
From time to time, create layouts for advertising, brochures, presentation documents, stationery and other material as briefed as briefed by the Marketing Manager, Marketing Assistant, Buyers or other staff
Occasionally carry out layouts that improve the appearance of the Company's website, for coding by the Developer

Social Media

Edit high-impact short-form and long-form product videos capturing the spirit and energy of the Company
Create graphics, supers, end-frames etc for videos
Occasionally assist with the shooting of material for video promotions
Re-edit existing video material as briefed, to freshen it or when there is a price change etc
Come up with promotional angles for a product using the footage or images that already exist by being creating with graphics, editing etc
Creating animated website ads for external advertising (Google Ads etc)
Creating humorous memes for Facebook and Instagram
Creating videos specifically tailored for Instagram stories
Other miscellaneous social media tasks as briefed by the Marketing Manager or Marketing Team Lead

Internal Relationships

Collaborate with the Marketing Manager and Social Media Coordinator on a daily basis in regard to tasks that need to be completed
Liaise with the Buying team in relation to image clear-cutting / recolouring / manipulation required
Find out what materials are needed for advertising in a timely manner
Attend meetings with the CEO, Marketing Manager, Buyers or other departments as required.
Coordinate with any temporary staff that are present to streamline processes
Health and Safety
Ensure that operations are carried out in accordance with legal, Site and Corporate H&S Guidelines
Show personal responsibility in safety by following safety standards at all times
Report on safety issues & performances in a timely manner, and propose solutions
Work co-operatively with the team and Health and Safety Officer

Other

Any other reasonable request that may be asked of you during your time at Company
Enhance the organisation's reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests
Exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments

Experience

Highly competent with the Adobe suite
Well organised
Fast worker with the ability to switch between different tasks
Excellent communication skills
Good-natured personality with a can-do attitude and attention to detail
Photography & Videography
Video editing and animation
Design coding skills
Social media post creation

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Brand Manager

Location: Mount Maunganui

Reporting To: Managing Director

Key Objective:

To consistently ensure that all areas of the business are reflective of the Brands vision and mission and business goals. This includes responsibility for store signage and visual merchandising; photography and videography presentation and communication; social media and website presentation and communication.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and execute online and instore marketing campaigns.
Work with the Directors to strategically plan marketing campaigns to achieve business goals.
Management of the marketing budget throughout the year.
Set yearly and monthly marketing plans and campaigns. Constantly review and communicate to the marketing team to execute accordingly.
Plan and execute weekly emails to database.
Manage Visual Merchandiser, Photographer, Website Co-ordinator and Social Media Co-ordinator to achieve marketing and campaign plans and hold them accountable to their roles, responsibilities and budgets.
Plan look-books for each collection for Website Co-ordinator to execute.
Plan photoshoot and video campaigns to achieve intended marketing/campaign goals in line with brand values and philosophies.
Ensure all retail stores brand alignment including visual merchandising, store signage and presentation.
Ensure social media and website always have brand alignment with regards to imagery, verbal communication and intended marketing purposes.
Provide regular reports back to the Directors around strategy, direction, evaluation/success of campaigns, etc.
Ensure the business stays relevant and up to date with market trends, technology, and social media advances.

Personal Attributes:

A love and understanding of fashion including researching other brands
A finger of the pulse of fashion, keeping the business ahead of trends.
Strong attention to detail.
The ability to deal with multiple tasks concurrently.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Works well in a team and individually, with the ability to develop sound relationships with others.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Fashion industry experience is a must. A solid history in the fashion/retail industry.
Must have high level of graphic design skills.
Proven experience and understanding of all social media platforms.
Proven experience of Facebook advertising
Degree educated, ideally in a marketing discipline.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a marketing environment.
Previous management experience.
Experience with Adobe Creative, google advertisements and shopify.

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Designer

Location: Mount Maunganui

Reporting To: Creative Director

Key Objective:

To assist with the designs and the production of garments, to include identifying trends, selecting styles, fabrics, colours, prints and trims for a collection.

Key Responsibilities:

Working with the Creative Director on the design process from conception through to final styling.
Participate in meetings to discuss designs and line development, and present and review line and concepts regularly.
Conducting market research to identify new trends, fabrics and techniques, and seeking design inspiration.
Collaborating with team members to select seasonal themes, make edits to line, and create new concepts.
Ensuring product is in agreement with business strategy.
Work with Finance to cost out all the components needed for a garment's production.
Selecting fabrics and trims.
Creating production sketches for development packages.
Reviewing product for style and fit.
Presenting story, mood, colour boards, and samples to the company buyer.
Maintaining relationships with vendors, suppliers, and models.

Personal Attributes

A love and understanding of fashion including researching other brands.
A finger of the pulse of fashion, keeping the business ahead of trends.
Is a team player, dependable and flexible and contributes positively to team success.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in fashion design, or another relevant subject
10+ years' experience working in the fashion industry.
Experience of all aspects of design, pattern making, sampling and garment construction.
Ability to do sketches by hand.
Proficiency in computer-aided fashion design applications and digital visualization tools.
Excellent design and conceptual skills.
Excellent sense of style and colour.
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to meet multiple deadlines.
Ability to work proficiently, using own initiative.
Strong attention to detail, organised and accurate.

Our confidentiality is guaranteed!

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Please contact Julie Malone on

021 1560 111

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Patternmaker

Location: Mount Maunganui

Reporting To: Senior Production and Design Manager

Key Objective:

To assist the Design Team to produce high quality patterns and grading through precision cutting, whilst upholding the company's standards of excellence.

Key Responsibilities

To cut patterns at a commercially acceptable speed whilst maintaining the highest standards possible.
Update & keep accurate records of paperwork and systems.
Liaise with Production Coordinator and Sample Cutter regarding left over fabric from sampling.
Track/add garments using the Mondays app. Adding any notes and concerns round the production of the garment and identifying any holdups.
Prepare sample alterations from fittings and liaise with Seamstress for alterations required.
Liaise and organise with Sample Cutter and Seamstress that all samples and sample alterations are ready for fits.
Load sign off samples onto ontempo system for production.
Track the basic movements of patterns through the Monday app.
Make copies or organize the return of patterns needed for sampling and or the design team.
Manage and keep patterns filed correctly.
Identify damaged or missing pieces in patterns going through to production.
Organise trace offs of any patterns required for pattern making.
Co-ordinate movement of patterns with Senior Production and Design Manager.
Digitizing of patterns, grading along with plotting and printing markers for production.
Ordering of stationery for plotting machine.
To offer input on any areas where improvement can be made with regards to production and teamwork with The Studio.
Comply with safety standards.
To maintain the highest level of confidentiality with regards to design, production and staff at The Studio.
To regularly sort and clear both pattern, DV and fabric rack.

Personal Attributes and Motivation

Strong attention to detail.
The ability to deal with multiple tasks concurrently.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Works well in a team and individually, with the ability to develop sound relationships with others.
Responds well to instructions.
Excellent communication skills.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Qualification in Fashion Design or Pattern Making/Cutting.
Previous experience within a Production and Design Studio desirable.

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Please contact Julie Malone on

021 1560 111

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Dressmakers

Position: Dress Makers: 10 positions available

Location: Auckland

Our client is a high-end Bridal Atelier with a new, state of the art workroom located in central Parnell. They are looking for experienced Dress Makers to join their team. The successful candidates must be familiar with all aspects of garment construction and machining to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

Full garment construction.
Required volume of garments in a timely manner to the required standard.
Plain sewing.
Overlocking.

Skills, Experience and Attributes Required:

Proven garment construction and machining skills to a very high standard.
Experience in working with fine fabrics, lace and trimmings would be advantageous.

If you are adept in fine sewing and are a reliable team player looking for a new opportunity to display your skills, send us your CV now!

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For more information about this great opportunity,

Please contact Julie Malone on

021 1560 111

Or email fashion@apparelhr.co.nz to find out more!