Couture Coordinator (FTC 6 months)

Vivienne Westwood is one of the most iconic British Fashion Brands who cares and believes in its people and the environment. If you’re interested in being part of an organisation that produces quality products, promotes awareness for a better world, and provides an excellent benefits package to support its employees, keep reading….

PROFILE AND PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

A passionate and motivated individual keen to start a career in fashion with a specific interest in Couture and Bridal. This junior team member will join the growing Bridal and Couture Department, working closely together with design and the atelier, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and contributing to exciting projects including the development of new collections and bespoke looks for VIP/Red Carpet and Couture Clients. Particular focus will be on the cataloguing and coding of the Archive and clients' orders, using PLMflex and SAP systems. The Couture Studio Assistant will ensure that assigned tasks are executed in a timely and efficient manner to facilitate Management and support the activities of the atelier.

This role is a 6 month fixed term contract, with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Pro-active planner and helping partner for senior management and the studio team.
• Cataloguing and coding of the Archive pieces and clients' orders items, using PLMflex and SAP systems.
• Conduct ad hoc research (i.e. fabrics, trends, market research, etc.) to assist CT/MTO with any projects at hand.
• Create and upkeep seasonal fabric folders and fabric swatches/hangers.
• Create graphic content such as mood boards and look-books.
• Lease with fabric suppliers for Couture fabric research and purchases and log information in the Couture master chart.
• General studio space upkeep (tidy and organize fabrics, trimmings, documents, etc.)
• Prepare fabric swatches for send out to clients/stores.
• Record making time and material costs to assist Couture managers in the creation of price lists and clients’ quotes.
• Documenting the ‘Making Of’ for both bridal and couture for ad-hoc projects.
• POs request for Couture fabric orders.
• Create codes in PLM/SAP for collection styles, archives, and samples.
• Assist with samples Press call-out requests.
• Assist Couture Managers and Product Developer with any required task.
• Assist during in-house fittings.
• Assist the team during editorials, photoshoots, events.
• Attend meetings and contribute ideas to enhance project outcomes.
• Complete assigned tasks within deadlines.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work well individually and within a team.
• Booking garments in and out, keeping track of sends outs and locations of gowns, working with Fashion GPS system for all garments sent out and received in.
• Arranging and following up on shipments making sure they arrive in a timely manner.

• 2 years of experience
• Experience working with SAP and PLM essential
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple teams
• Understanding of Couture fabrication
  
  

• Staff discounts
• Training
• Health & Wellbeing support (includes Private Medical Health Insurance, EAP, Gym Discounts, Access to Financial Planning Service, etc.)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Pension Scheme
• Perkbox membership: access to a wide range of perks, discounts, and wellness resources
• Opportunity to develop new skills and progress in your career
• Opportunity to work for a company that cares and believes in its people and the environment