Job description
Job Summary:
The Trim Product Development Coordinator supports Non-Apparel and Ready-to-Wear Design teams in the development of all trims and hardware. This person is the liaison between Design and Supply Chain on all trim matters. The Trim Product Development Coordinator is also a partner in finding solutions to enable the Product Development department to meet all target goals for trim development. This is a newly created role that will be instrumental in evolving trim processes.
Responsibilities:
• The Trim Product Development Coordinator Supports non-apparel and Ready-to-Wear Design with the sourcing of trim and hardware
• Coordinates consistency of trim between RTW, handbags and footwear
• Maintains strong relationships with Trim vendors and works with them to gather selections
• Places orders for sample trims, follows up on all sourcing needs and resolves any outstanding issues
• Conducts trim testing based on company standards to ensure functionality of trim
• Creates and maintains trim information in PLM system
• Communicates product knowledge throughout the development process
• Negotiates cost, MOQ and lead time and adds information to PLM
• Proposes new techniques/sub materials to achieve target prices
• Partner in meeting all Trim Development deadlines
• Responsible for all trim information on BOMs
• Responsible for pass-off of all trim information to the Supply Chain in a timely manner
• Maintains library of bulk references of trim ordered and DTM colors of bulk trims
• Works with Design and Supply Chain on final approval of trims for production – including any counter sourced trim
• Submits invoices and sets up new vendors with AP
Desired Background:
• Degree in a fashion-related field
Experience:
• 2-3 years of experience with trim development for a luxury accessories and/or apparel brand
Skills:
• Ability to understand and execute Lafayette design aesthetic with a practical
• Ability to work interdepartmentally to execute design vision
• Able to approach work with a creative and practical mindset
• Technical drawing to demonstrate trim specs
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Multi-tasking and strong organization abilities
• 3D Illustration skills a plus
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