(Coach) Reed Krakoff- Director of Hardware- Jewelry/Metals Expert (NY)

Job Title:	Reed Krakoff - Director of Hardware - Jewelry/Metals Expert
Position Description:	Reed Krakoff - Director of Hardware – Jewelry/Metals Expert / New York, NY Coach, founded in 1941, is America’s premier accessible luxury accessories brand and a leader in international markets. We are a designer and marketer of high quality, modern accessories that complement the diverse lifestyles of today’s consumer. Coach offers excellent career growth opportunities, competitive salaries and benefits within a dynamic work environment. Coach brings together strong, collaborative people in a dynamic culture of mutual respect, support, and passion for the brand and product. We believe innovation drives winning performance, and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best we can in every aspect of our business. You will be surrounded by some of the best and brightest people in the industry. At Coach you will be in great company! “With average sales growth of 24% over the past three years and a 61% return on invested capital, Coach is No. 1 on this year's BusinessWeek 50 ranking. The companies that make up the BusinessWeek 50 represent the star performers in each of the 10 sectors that make up the S&P 500.” Business Week, March 2008 Primary Purpose The Director of Hardware is responsible for the development of accessories hardware, from conceptualization to approval, for Reed Krakoff, Coach’s new luxury brand initiative. Specifically, this Director is accountable for sourcing and initiating new designs, materials and processes. The Director of Hardware reports to the Divisional Vice President of Hardware. The Director must be creative, resourceful, efficient and highly service and solution oriented. The Director is responsible for managing key professionals including modelmaking, sample development and factory production. Key Responibilities: Partner closely with Design and Product Development to develop new hardware required for Coach sample making; primary contact for all internal and external customers on the development and counter sourcing of new hardware. Interface with raw material suppliers to troubleshoot potential quality issues, secure initial pricing and define potential production issues, and communicate same to internal partners. Support the commercialization of new items for production including quality and engineering approval. Support the creation of hardware standards for new hardware pieces. Possess the capability to broaden global supplier base. Special projects and initiatives as required. The accomplished individual will possess... Bachelor’s Degree. Ten plus years experience in a materials/product development position with at least five years in a leadership role. Background in metals required. Ability to establish strong credibility and influence with team, business partners and cross-functional partners. A strategic thinker. Creative, innovative and a strong problem solver. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Experience working for a luxury brand strongly preferred; start up experience highly valued. Coach is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant’s or employee’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Visit Coach at www.coach.com.
City:	New York
State:	New York
Country:	United States
Job Type:	Full Time - Permanent
Interest Category:	Operations/Supply Chain
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Requisition Number: posted by Michelle Fong	819

American Apparel Patternmaker (Los Angeles)

Title	Patternmaker - Los Angeles
	Location	USA / California, Southern
	Category	Patternmaking
	Type	Full Time
	Duration	Permanent
	Criteria	Entry Level
Description
	ABOUT US Located in Downtown Los Angeles, American Apparel is the largest vertically integrated clothing manufacturer and retailer in the United States. As an international brand, American Apparel manages all aspects of its business under one roof, which enables us to stay competitive, while avoiding exploitive labor tactics. It is this that also allows us to constantly discover new ways of doing business differently and to give back to those who keep our company's success blooming: our workforce. We take pride in being leaders of an industrial revolution. At American Apparel, we believe that providing employees with decent working conditions in a technology-driven environment allows the company to attain the highest levels of efficiency. This structure of efficiency ensures American Apparel's competitive edge in the open global market. We are an equal opportunity employer. JOB DESCRIPTION Purpose of this position is to create digital patterns from existing blocks. Must work well under pressure and understand marker making, sewing, cutting, and fabric performance. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Makes digital patterns in PAD Systems (pattern software) Grades digital patterns for sizing purposes Walks patterns Works with the samples Uses digital plotter Works closely with technical package writer Specs garments QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS Read English &/or Spanish Write English &/or Spanish Computer knowledge of Microsoft office & PAD System Time management skills Analytical (investigative, questioning, etc.) mind Well organized and detail oriented Problem solving skills Knowledge of digital pattern making with PAD System or Gerber Knowledge of fitting and drapery Willing to be a team player Must have minimum of one year experience as patternmaker BENEFITS Besides offering some of the highest wages in the apparel industry, we offer the following benefits to all of our employees, sewers and administrators alike, as a matter of policy: Personal time-off Affordable healthcare for employees and their families Company-subsidized lunches On-site masseurs Free parking and subsidized bus passes Free ESL classes Free health and safety education Free fitness classes Proper lighting and ventilation The most up-to-date equipment IMPORTANT Check out www.americanapparel.net and www.americanapparelstore.com You must have the required job skills You must be authorized to work in United States for any employer You must be able to attend an interview at our Downtown Los Angeles facility You must be willing to work on-site at our Downtown Los Angeles facility: no contractors, no relocation offered If available, provide links to your online resume or portfolio

Posted by Kris Iringan

American Apparel Web Fashion Marketing Assistant (Los Angeles)

American Apparel is looking for a bright and creative person to help concept, coordinate and manage our internet and email marketing programs. We need someone who understands the company and what we represent, and is also full of ideas about the possible approaches to online consumer communication. Real familiarity with the worlds is what we're after, rather than technical expertise - you should have active profiles on sites like Lookbook or Chictopia, be well read (and preferably written) with fashion blogs/newsletters, and most of all, have a passion for the worlds of style and shopping. The position aims to utilize the company's popularity online and network of 260 physical store locations worldwide to come up with new and efficient ways to communicate with customers about sales, important issues, and products.

Requirements:

Intimate, practical knowledge of the internet - specifically fashion and e-commerce Knowledge and understanding of email marketing Photoshop, Word, Excel, Blogging, digital photography If you or someone you know is interested in working for us, please send a resume, references, and links to your online profiles to Kara Neidl at KaraN@americanapparel.net.

Posted by Kris Iringan

Fabric Planning Data Auditor (Los Angeles)

Tasks Informs and interacts with Accounting, Knitting, Dye Houses, Laundry and Receiving/Warehouse Supervisor regarding fabric damages, discrepancies, returns and shortages in internal and external inventory Coordinates processing of Invoices and Chargebacks with Accounting Organizes documentation of Invoices and Internal Files Follows-up daily on pending invoices, chargebacks and inventory discrepancies Informs other Fabric Planning employees of any changes/updates from internal and external communication Creates Work Orders for Fabric Adjustments due to Sample Cutting, Sales and Returns Processes Fabric Requests for Product Development, Custom Orders and/or immediate needs for the Sample Cutting Area Knowledge/Training Minimum 2 years work experience. Must learn/know Fabric Codes, Fabric Descriptions, Knitters, Dye Houses and Laundry. Must learn/know Matrix colors Skills Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills required Computer Skills required (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook) Know Basic Math (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division) Good at Multi-Tasking Work Activities Daily Use of Computer, Fax and Phone for communication with Knitters, Dye Houses and other internal departments. Daily Interaction with Knitting, Dye Houses, QC Auditors, Fabric Inspection, Production Planning, Product Development and Custom Orders. Checking/Approving Invoices and Packing Slips for accuracy. Work Styles Dependability — Job requires being on time, reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good- natured, cooperative attitude. Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical. Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Posted by Kris Iringan

Fabric Finish Assistant (San Francisco)

Description

The purpose of this position is to participate in the development of fabric and finish requirements to deliver manufacturing ready products that are in-line with aesthetic and innovation goals, global sourcing strategies, cost, quality, safety and Terms of Engagement (TOE) requirements.

• Set up and maintain fabric data using various systems and forms
• Initiate and track requests for fabric profiles and fabric test reports
• Coordinate requests to contractors for garments to be sewn for use in finishing trials
• Track finishing trials and organize results
• Organize fabrics and finished garments
• Create and update seasonal fabric and finishing information
• Maintain a fabric and finish library

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of work experience in a position involving tracking and organizing a large amount of data (a Bachelor's degree and 1+ year of work experience may be substituted)
• Strong computer skills with intermediate to advanced level of proficiency with Excel

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree desirable
• Textile or apparel experience strongly preferred
• Effective problem solving abilities
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Skill with organizing, analyzing and tracking a large amount of information
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective communication skills

Job

Product Development

Primary Location

California-San Francisco

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

Posted by Kris Iringan

Merchandise Team Leader (Fremont, CA)

Summary:

Creates an exceptional in-store experience that earns Guest loyalty and trust built upon reliability and respect for our Guests’ time. Responsible for managing the merchandising, profitability, shrink, sales, and development of their team.

Essential Responsibilities Include:

MERCHANDISE

• Trains team to create impactful merchandise presentations while maintaining Company standards for presentation and signing. Ensures Price Change Notices (PCNs) are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Implements plan-o-grams in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintains housekeeping standards and cleanliness of store.
• Accurately completes and processes all merchandise paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ensures proper operational controls are in place to minimize shrink, including but not limited to remnants, damages and inventory management.
• Manages inventory levels for consistent in-stocks to our Guests. Ensures that correct merchandise is available to meet their needs.
• Ensures proper execution of exception count requests and cycle recovery.
• Executes tasks according to monthly Sales and Event Planners.
• Maintains presentation of merchandise in value bins, end-caps, and seasonal and transition sets.
• Utilizes lock down method of measuring fabric. Ensures team utilizes lock down method.
• Processes Returns to Vendor (RTVs) in a timely manner.
• Completes daily recovery of store.
• Manages clearance merchandise sell through.

Job requirements

Minimum Age

18+ years old

Additional

BUILDING A GREAT TEAM

• Trains and develops Team Members in merchandising responsibilities.
• Provides developmental feedback to Team members.
• Supports initiative to have trained back-up for leadership positions.

Posted by Kris Iringan

bebe Sr. Designer, Woven Tops (Los Angeles, CA)

Requisition Number	09-0419
Post Date	11/24/2009
Title	Sr.Designer, Woven Tops
City	Los Angeles
State	CA
Description	GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY (Brief description, level and purpose of position) Plans and directs certain aspects of department relating to established company goals, policies, objectives or initiatives. GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Duties that comprise more than 5% of time, responsibilities critical to the successful performance of the position) Plans, directs and executes a comprehensive collection of sellable product for the bebe customer within the specific classification. • Responsible for development and administration of all department responsibilities. • Interviews and selects employees to fill vacant positions. • Plans and conducts employee training to meet established company goals or initiatives • Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. • Develops, implements and maintains systems to meet needs and objectives. • Additional responsibilities, duties, and project as assigned. • Is loyal, professional, organized, flexible and hard working while employed at bebe. • Understand the bebe customer and her dynamic needs therefore designing sexy, sellable, and exclusive products for the sophisticated, fashion conscious customer. • Maintain the contemporary integrity of the brand while designing products that reflect the latest trends. • Accomplish the above task while meeting merchandising/production deadlines, staying within the assigned annual sampling budget for the department, maintaining a 50% adoption rate of samples going into production. • Forecast the latest fashion trends, and create seasonal mood/color boards focusing on the bebe marketing campaign and stores’ product assortment. • Source yarns, fabrics, skins and trims that address the above trends. • Sketch designs, with specific technical details communicating clearly the vision of the product to the assistant/associate designer responsible for the category. • Follow designs through the different stages; set up, pattern, sewing, and all the fittings from first to production, merchandising presentation, updates and changes requested by merchants, production. • Communicate regularly with corresponding merchant/planner/production manager to resolve ongoing issues, review the business, re-evaluate priorities to address the dynamic process of stores’ sales and customers’ needs. • Know the business, stay on top of best-sellers, worst-sellers, fabric-sales, color-sales, Open to Buy, SKU planning, etc. through regular communication with merchant/planner for the specific category. • Coordinate efforts with merchant on all outside vendor product developments. • Provide leadership and constant feedback to the associates/assistant designers through regular and clear communication. • Know the competition better than they know us. Regularly shop the bebe stores as well as the competitors to know our relative strength/weakness. Anticipate their next move and the general merchandising direction for future seasons. • Maintain communication and good relations with vendors, resources, factories, and peers. • Be organized while accomplishing the above goals.
Requirements	GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS (Skills, education, and abilities required to performing the position) • Degree in fashion design preferably from a Design Technical Institution. • 7-10 years of experience in design; preferably contemporary. • Have previous experience of design and product development for a vertical company. • Have experience working in a design team environment. • Have effective written and verbal communication skills. • Have expertise in organizational time management • Ability to take feedback in a group environment, and stay objective. • Ability to travel. • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing • Willingness to follow through, make informed decisions that comply with policies and procedures, complete tasks and problem solve • Analytical abilities and attention to detail are necessary • Intermediate knowledge of MS applications (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint) • Experience in retail operations and/or LP functions preferred • High school diploma or equivalent required, Degree preferred • Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks simultaneously; • Ability to cope with pressure, multiple deadlines, and working under pressure; and • Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with fellow co-workers. posted by Michelle Fong