Design Studio Manager - Green Thread

at  Cape Union Mart International

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a dedicated Design Studio Manager to oversee our production operations. The ideal candidate will ensure that the pre-production processes run reliably and efficiently. You must be a pre-production whiz dedicated to boosting productivity and managing critical path. If you excel in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for leading high-performing teams, we would like to meet you!

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as a Pre-Production/ Design Room Manager in the manufacturing sector,
• Degree or Diploma in clothing management
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing and production processes, as well as pre-production processes
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills,
• Strong team building, decision-making, and people management skills,
• Able to create accountability and lead by example,
• Strong team player with a proactive attitude and a focus on solutions.
• Excellent understanding of garment costing and construction
• Effective project management, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Extreme attention to detail
• Must be sharp, deadline focused and motivated

• Plan, organize, direct, and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectations,
• Manage workflow of Pre-production team
• Manage costing process
• Be responsible for pre-production output, product quality, and on-time handover to our factory.
• Monitor operations and trigger corrective actions.
• Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, and performance targets.
• Be able to work with cross-functional departments related to production to make sure deadlines are met.
• Promotes the adherence of the product calendar by ensuring the efficient collaboration and coordination between cross-functional partners, including Design, R&D, Merchandising, and Materials.
• Research new sources of manufacturing and industry best practices to ensure continual process improvement and long-term vision.