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Design Operations Associate Job at Emerging Blue Jobs in New York

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Job Description
Design Operations Associate - Accessories
The Design Operations Associate will work closely with cross functional partners to oversee the execution of workflow between design and production across designated brand(s) and ensure proper execution.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in managing and prioritizing the tech pack workflow, details, and status for assigned brand(s).
  • Review key tech packs, identify issues, and elevate them to ensure consistency across the brand(s), working with other Design Operations Managers to maintain uniformity.
  • Support the team in meeting deadlines and ensuring milestones align with the project calendar.
  • Help coordinate meetings with cross-functional teams to facilitate design alignment and communication.
  • Work with Graphics, Technical, and Design teams to gather all necessary components for tech packs.
  • Assist in troubleshooting and resolving sourcing and production issues, collaborating with teams to ensure brand aesthetics and design intent are met.
  • Regularly communicate with PA/TD teams for approval-related issues.
  • Keep Sourcing updated on product development progress.
  • Use technologies to manage and adjust workflows and tasks within the Design Operations team.
  • Assist with staffing support and team development.
  • Attend trade shows and industry events when needed.
  • Conduct market research on construction techniques, cost-saving strategies, and spot-check production for assigned brand(s).
  • Travel as needed for development and production support.
  • Help with special projects as assigned.
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design, Product Development, or related field
  • 4+ years of experience in the fashion industry
  • Ability to think analytically as well as creatively
  • Ability to lead and develop a team of Design Operations Assistant/Associate (s)
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills with attention to detail
  • Must be a strategic thinker, persuasive, flexible with changes, and collaborative
  • Brand appropriate aesthetic
  • Ability to travel (if needed)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint
  • Proficient in Adobe Illustrator
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000