Embroidery Developer

Casablanca are looking for an experienced PD to join their team. This role would be overseeing the development of all Embroidery, Eveningwear and Leather styles.

Main Responsibilities

• Following the development of high complexity styles within the category ranges from initial design allocation through to production sign off.
• Support in the planning of seasonal structure to ensure on time delivery of samples with the in house atelier and external vendors.
• Building a strong relationship with the design, atelier and production teams, acting as their main point of contact throughout the development lifecycle.
• Assisting in the process of material sourcing and development as needed.
• Attending fittings and advising design on technical feasibility, passing on all comments to suppliers and problem solving any issues. 
• Experience with suppliers in India, Italy and Far East, and good knowledge of their ways of working/timings.
• Drawing on advanced understanding of embroidery techniques and processes to ensure best execution of the design teams vision. 
• Plan and oversee costing during sample to ensure developments meet target pricing while balancing commercial awareness and creativity.
• Complete detailed tech packs for SMS launch and update with all changes at production handover. 
• Ensure accurate and timely entry of data for all product information in Zedonk.

Essential Skills

• At least 5-8 years experience within Embroidery and Leather.
• Strong costing and negotiation skills
• Good knowledge of garment construction.
• Good understanding of textiles and knowledge of fabric and trim suppliers
• Highly organised, working well independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to prioritize, manage and coordinate diverse activities simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills Highly proficient in MS office applications, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Zedonk experience would be an advantage