At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage design processes and coordinate collections from concept to production.
- Company: Renowned Australian luxury fashion brand with a playful yet sophisticated style.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, creative environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with opportunities to streamline processes and enhance creativity.
- Why this job: Join a leading fashion brand and make an impact in the luxury industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in luxury fashion product development and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
This Australian luxury fashion brand is renowned for its sophisticated yet playful approach to feminine style, known for its signature use of delicate fabrics, intricate prints and romantic silhouettes. The brand blends high-end tailoring with a laid-back elegance.
UMENCO is seeking a Design Room Manager for a contemporary, luxury Australian brand. The Design Room Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the design and product development process, ensuring the smooth execution of collections from concept through to production. Acting as a central point of coordination across design, pattern making, production and external suppliers, this role is responsible for managing critical paths, overseeing sample development and ensuring the design room operates efficiently and effectively.
Working closely with the Creative Director and Design Team, the successful candidate will oversee sample tracking, fittings, fabric and trim management and workflow planning across multiple collections. The Design Room Manager will ensure deadlines are met, communication is seamless between stakeholders and all product development milestones are delivered to the highest standard. A strong understanding of garment construction, luxury product development and collection calendars will be essential to success.
The Design Room Manager will also be responsible for maintaining design room systems, managing resources, coordinating supplier communication and supporting the execution of fittings and collection reviews. The successful candidate will identify opportunities to improve processes, streamline workflows and contribute to the efficient delivery of seasonal collections while maintaining the brand's exceptional quality standards.
The ideal candidate will bring proven experience within luxury fashion product development, design operations, or design room management, alongside outstanding organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to one of Australia’s most celebrated global fashion brands, working at the intersection of creativity, craftsmanship and operational excellence.
Location: Sydney, Australia
Design Room Manager employer: UMENCO TALENT PTY LTD
As a People & Culture Manager at this innovative female-founded brand in Sydney, you'll be part of a dynamic team that champions contemporary womenswear and fosters a supportive work environment. The company prioritises employee growth through tailored development programs and offers a vibrant culture that celebrates creativity and collaboration, making it an exceptional place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
