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Located at our Head Office in Alexandria APG & Co has over 1400 employees representing 3 iconic Australian fashion brands Sportscraft, SABA & JAG with stores across Australia and New Zealand. Known for its quality and craftsmanship, APG & Co sources the best fabrics from Europe and around the world. This newly created role reporting to Head of Development will see the successful candidate being responsible for executing and delivering product developed offshore that meets the designer intent, APG & Co’s high quality standard, target margin and delivery.This broad, wide ranging role will be across all three of our brands, SABA, Sportscraft & JAG, menswear and womenswear and all product categories.Key responsibilities will include;Source fabric/trims and product inspiration in line with the design vision & price targetsFrequent visit to fabric suppliers ensuring design has access to the newest and the best qualities on offer as well as attending fabric fairs and visit key vendors.Work closely with design team on recommendations of qualities and vendors based on the design visionWork closely with the Technical team at development stage to ensure fabric meet our strict testing standardsWork hand-in-hand with Head of Development to ensure that the correct suppliers are selected in line with the company global sourcing strategiesResponsible for all product costings, finding solutions to ensure all product hits target margins yet remains within the design vision and our high quality standards.Maintain current supplier relationships and identify new suppliers which will help maximize margins and help facilitate growth for the brand, always focusing on win/win relationships for both parties.Daily communication with vendors to ensure all samples are accurate and received on timeCreate and manage weekly WIP and update key stakeholders of any potential delays or risk to the product development.Negotiate costs with vendors to ensure margin requirements are met at style and category levelComplete costing documents for sign-offAttend relevant sketch and buy meetings with Head of Product and Design TeamsThe ideal candidate;Must be highly detail oriented, organized, have the ability to set standards and execute, as well as have priority and follow through skills, ensuring deadlines are met and critical path is maintainedBe responsible with a make it happen attitudeBe able to make decisions under tight deadlinesHas a design background and/or Degree qualified in Design, Production, Textile or similarHas 5 years + of professional experience in similar roleIs experienced in dealing with offshore suppliers and factoriesHas a strong knowledge of the product cycle and product development timelinesAble to travel overseas frequentlyMandarin language skills preferred, but not requiredClear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skillsAPG & Co CultureThe culture at APG & Co is believing in one team, being passionate and striving for excellence. We are creative & innovative and customer-obsessed.APG & Co BenefitsDiscounts on productSample salesWork-life balancePaid Parental LeaveCareer Development This a fantastic opportunity with an iconic Australian brand, to register your interest "Apply now". For more information please contact Anthony Dawson 02 8306 3915
AUD
Australia - NSW
Sydney
CBD, Inner West & Eastern Suburbs
Alexandria
2015
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