CDI - Workshop Manager & Design Office H/F

Under the responsibility of the Collection Studio Director, you will participate in the development of our Ready-to-Wear Men/Women collections and VIP projects.

Under the responsibility of the Production Director, you will be the guarantor of the garment's good fit and ensure the standardization of models.

Leading our workshop with a team of 6 people, your missions will consist of:

• Planning, coordinating, and managing the workshop:

  • Manage the team of pattern makers, seamstresses, product technicians, and apprentices.

  • Plan the workload while respecting deadlines.

  • Ensure the quality and conformity of the work.

  • Manage stocks of specific supplies, fabrics, workshop materials, stationery while respecting the budget.

  • Ensure the maintenance and optimization of pattern making tools (CAD software and others) as well as sewing tools (sewing machines, presses, and others).

  • Develop the team's skills.

  • Conduct performance evaluations.

• Provide technical support for the studio and collection teams:

  • Work in close collaboration with designers and product managers.

  • Translate the look, proportions, volumes, and details of a sketch.

  • Participate in collection fittings, providing technical support with stylists and the Artistic Director.

  • Check and modify patterns and technical files if necessary following fittings.

  • Develop the technical product file (technical drawing, measurements, etc.).

  • Follow the development of prototypes with the Collection team and factories (travel there if necessary).

  • Participate in fashion shows and manage the showroom's sewing workshop.

  • Ensure during fittings for the fashion show:

    • the coordination of information with the collection

    • the proper functioning of the workshop (recruiting temporary workers if necessary, etc.).

• Provide technical support for production teams

  • Participate in standardization and production fittings, providing technical support with production managers.

  • Guarantee the good fit of models and the conformity of grading.

  • Anticipate and resolve technical problems related to manufacturing in close collaboration with production managers.

  • Organize the archiving of patterns, bases, and technical files.

  • Ensure good communication between the internal workshop, the Collection/Production team, and partner factories.

  • Plan occasional travel to workshops/factories to deepen product work with a focus on quality and technical efficiency.

• Participate in the creation of collections and VIP customs:

  • Follow the development of custom pieces and wardrobe at the workshop.

  • Participate in VIP fittings providing technical support with the VIP department.

  • Ensure the proper execution of modifications to VIP pieces.

EDUCATION

Higher education degree in pattern making (minimum Bac +2/3).
Mastery of flat pattern making and draping techniques.
Excellent knowledge of textile materials and manufacturing techniques.
Mastery of CAD software (Lectra, etc.).
Knowledge of quality and safety standards.

PROFILE

With at least 7 years of experience in pattern making, you show a strong sensitivity for the creative universe of the AMI house. Recognized for your management skills, you lead your team with flexibility and demonstrate organization and rigor. You are eager to take on challenges within our house and know how to be tenacious and resilient under stress to achieve your goals.

We are convinced that the diversity of our teams is a strength. We consider all applications with the same attention, without distinction of gender, disability, origin, age, or orientation.