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Job Title: Operations manager

Location: Dubai

Job Description: We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Fashion Design associate with operations background to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in fashion design and possess excellent technical skills, creativity, and attention to detail. As a Fashion Design Assistant, you will work closely with our creative director to assist in all aspects of the design process, from concept development to final product creation.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the creative director to understand and execute innovative sample designs.
  
• Execute Fabric sourcing as directed and as per requirements for sampling & prouction.
  
• Ability to create technical sketches of design concepts is a plus.
  
• Assist in fitting sessions, taking detailed notes and making necessary adjustments to garment prototypes.
  
• Maintain organized records of design sketches, fabric samples, and other design-related materials.
  
• Communicate with vendors and suppliers to coordinate fabric and trim orders, ensuring timely delivery and quality control.
  
• Support sales manager as needed, by attending customers as they walk in to our studio or at trunk shows/ trade shows.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall goals of the design team and company.
  
• Keep record of daily output of our in house sampling & production
  
• Check pieces made daily and coordinate with the main pattern maker for all sampling & production.
  
• Maintain a fabric and inventory log
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field preferred.
  
• Previous experience in a garment sampling & production a must.
  
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and other design software is a plus but not necessary
  
• Strong sketching and illustration skills, with the ability to translate ideas into visual concepts is a plus.
  
• Excellent understanding of garment construction, patternmaking, and sewing techniques.
  
• Knowledge of textiles, fabrics, and trimmings, with an understanding of sourcing and production processes.
  
• Creative thinking and a strong eye for detail
  
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  
• Passion for fashion and a desire to contribute to the success of our design studio/company.
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
  
• Health insurance
  
• Annual leave and other benefits as per standard uae laws.
  
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.