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A BRIEF HISTORY
For over 28 years, Todd Wayne, president and owner of Jessilyn Personnel, has been the driving force behind our firm. Prior to founding Jessilyn, Todd spent 15 years running a family apparel business affording him a unique perspective into the intricacies of the fashion industry.
From the beginning, the philosophy and foundation of our firm has focused on partnership. Building relationships with, and between, our clients and applicants. This has kept our company thriving and why we are located on 34th Street in the heart of the fashion industry, consistently delivering top candidates to our clientele.
PROCESS
The staff of Jessilyn Personnel conducts an in-depth interview with all of our candidates with every portfolio thoroughly is assessed. We make sure our applicants are qualified before we present them to our clients.
Jessilyn's applicant database is over 700,000 strong. We partner directly with your Human Resources Department to help them find candidates who will meet their specific needs.
1ST-PRODUCTION PATTERNMAKER | LARGE SIZE | GERBER | LOS ANGELES
Location: Los Angeles
Salary: OPEN
Job#: 7739
Recruiter: Todd Wayne
Description:
Young contemporary design studio is looking to launch a special large size capsule collection. We are looking for an expert patternmaker with extensive experience with 1st through production patterns for large sizes. Will train in-house patternmakers.
Develop 1st through production patterns for large / extended sizes
Categories include day to evening dresses and RTW
Train in-house patternmakers
Work on a special large size capsule collection
Must have a working knowledge of Gerber
Must have experience working for a better contemporary designer market.
The company offers paid relocation to Los Angeles.
Our client is a privately held budget to moderate dress manufacturer with a corporate office located in Midtown Manhattan. Their 4 divisions range from traditional, special occasion, fun contemporary and trendy dresses. They have been established since 1985 with an annual revenue of 50 million dollars and approximately 50 employees. Their price points range from $50 to $100. Their product is manufactured internationally and distribute to major department stores, specialty chains and boutiques. They have also expanded internationally to Canada, South America and Europe.
Our client is looking for an Assistant fabric buyer.
Must be familiar with consumption, colors and fabric qualities.
Follow up on lab dips, shipping samples and delivery dates.
Work with design teams to ensure all submits were commented on in a timely manner
Work to resolve any problems and issues directly with mills and factories
Our client is a contemporary better Womenswear Cashmere and Knits house. Their product ranges from cashmere and knit tops and knit dresses. The company was founded in 2001 with a gross revenue of over $100 million. Their corporate office is located in Midtown Manhattan with over 50 employees.Their product are produced internationally and a privately held corporation. Their sales are being distributed in better department store across the country.
We are searching for a DATA ENTRY/ EDI ASSISTANT to assist the Logistic department.
Our client is an established Childrenwear Manufacturer who is looking for a very focused and talented Layette Designer for Boys and Girls with strong Graphic and Print Skills. Must be very driven and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Design original graphics and prints for boys’ and girls’ newborn/ layettes from development to production
Market research for current trends
Sketch Cads
Create mood boards and line presentation for clients
Our client is an American clothing company which designs, manufactures, and markets women’s and men’s apparel in the United States and internationally. We are searching for a Lectra Digitizer/ Marker & Grader.
Digitize soft/hard pattern on table into Lectra format and/or plotting out tracing from Lectra pattern.
Work with the technical design team on grading. Must know how to grade the pattern pieces based on provided ratio
Must know how to make single size marker. Work with team on full-size marker and make single marker more efficiently.
Must know how to make Markings using Modaris/Diamino Software
Our client is a contemporary better Womenswear Cashmere and Knits house. Their product ranges from cashmere and knit tops and knit dresses. The company was founded in 2001 with a gross revenue of over $100 million. Their corporate office is located in Midtown Manhattan with over 50 employees.
Their product are produced internationally and a privately held corporation. Their sales are being distributed in better department store across the country.
Our client is searching for an EDI / SHIPPING COORDINATOR experience.
Must have experience with the Shipping department
Work with EDI
Purchase orders
prepare ASN for shipments
Generate UCC labels
Track orders with multiple warehouse
Work with multiple factories in China, Philippine and Korea
Our client is a privately held budget to moderate dress manufacturer with a corporate office located in Midtown Manhattan. Their 4 divisions range from traditional, special occasion, fun contemporary and trendy dresses. They have been established since 1985 with an annual revenue of 50 million dollars and approximately 50 employees. Their price points range from $50 to $100. Their product is manufactured internationally and distribute to major department stores, specialty chains and boutiques. They have also expanded internationally to Canada, South America and Europe.
Our client is looking for a Fabric Assistant.
Must be familiar with consumption, colors and fabric qualities.
Follow up on lab dips, shipping samples and delivery dates.
Work with design teams to ensure all submits were commented on in a timely manner
Work to resolve any problems and issues directly with mills and factories
Magnificent high end retail store located in the heart of Manhattan. Been in business for over 60 years and sells the most amazing day, evening, MOB. They also do collaborations with European and American Designers to create product exclusively for their retail stores. Our client also has multiple retail stores located in New York and Canada. Their price point in retail is $300-$36,000
Our client is looking for fitters for eveningwear, mother of the bride and bridal. Must have retail experience with customer fittings. Must have experience working in fast-paced retailers such as Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Barneys etc..
Magnificent high end retail store located in the heart of Manhattan. Been in business for over 60 years and sells the most amazing day, evening, MOB. They also do collaborations with European and American Designers to create product exclusively for their retail stores. Our client also has multiple retail stores located in New York and Canada. Their price point in retail is $300-$36,000
Our client is looking for fitters for eveningwear, mother of the bride and bridal. Must have retail experience with customer fittings. Must have experience working in fast-paced retailers such as Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Barneys etc..
One of the most prestigious luxury fashion design company is seeking Sample Makers with at least 10 years’ experience working in luxury/high-end companies. All positions are freelance roles for various projects in high-end galas/events.
We need sample makers that specialize in Red Carpet style dresses, with intricate hand and machine sewing couture techniques. Also, must be quick in the techniques below:
Lace encrustations, using zig zag and hand sewing methods
Machine and hand sewn appliques
Hand sewing beading and laces
Quick and accurate machine sewing.
Ability to work with: silk tulle, chiffon, georgette, silk cdc, laces, and on occasion leather
To apply stones and studs via hot fix/ and hand press machine
Our client is an American luxury fashion company that produces women’s, men’s and accessories and showcases their collection lines twice a year during New York Fashion Week. The company, which is publicly traded, has been in business for over 75 years with an annual revenue of over 4.5 billion dollars. The corporate office is based in New York City with over 1,000 directly owned and operated retail stores worldwide. With over 10,000 employees, their product is being manufactured globally. They sell to luxury department stores and boutiques with retail price points between $150 and $3,300.
Our client is looking for freelance samplemakers to work on menswear.
Report to the Atelier Director
Work closely with the design team on making samples and doing alterations
Our client is an American clothing company which designs, manufactures, and markets women’s and men’s apparel in the United States and internationally. We are searching for a Freelance Technical Designer in Women's Dress division. This assignment is for one month.
Our client is an American clothing company which designs, manufactures, and markets women’s and men’s apparel in the United States and internationally. We are searching for a Lectra Grader.
Work with the technical design team on grading. Must know how to grade the pattern pieces based on provided ratio
Digitize soft/hard pattern on table into Lectra format and/or plotting out tracing from Lectra pattern.
Must know how to make single size marker. Work with team on full-size marker and make single marker more efficiently.
Must know how to make Markings using Modaris/Diamino Software
Our Client is a National Company with thousands of stores conveniently located and they are searching for Graphics and patterns specialist.
This Position offers paid relocation near Virginia Beach.
Graphics and Patterns Specialist:
General Summary: The Specialist Graphics and Patterns identifies, executes and manages graphic and patterns designs for our products. Working with the Global Sourcing team, Merchants and Suppliers, this role develops trend insights, concepts and art for assigned product categories, enabling our sourcing team’s activities to properly communicate, place and deliver relevant emblazoned merchandise for our Customers. Additionally, this role is a key participant in ensuring proper costing and trade dress compliance.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Illustrate concepts by designing rough and finished art/copy regarding arrangement, size, type, style and related aesthetic materials for patterns and graphics on products 2. Prepare printer-ready patterns and graphics – designing art and copy layouts 3. Working collaboratively with Global Sourcing team, confer with Merchants and relevant Suppliers to discuss and determine patterns and graphics projects – including intent, timeline conceptual overview, etc. 4. Gather information and materials as part of Trend and “Comp Shop” Process to assist in trend, concept and competitive positioning planning 5. Complete graphics and patterns projects, including leading coordination with outside services, agencies, etc. as relevant 6. Serve as key subject matter expert working with Suppliers to translate graphics and patterns projects into manufacturing process – ultimately leading to products being offered at retail 7. Support the Category Teams in defining and developing PLM packets and objective worksheets for identified programs and items to be considered for global sourcing activities and potential placement 8. Manager and maintain graphics/art files and related collateral for logos, concepts, photos, patterns, art, graphics, etc. 9. Review inspirational merchandising patterns and graphics for copyright and trade dress compliance 10. Use various technologies to generate images, art and graphics 11. Support Sourcing teams in the creation and delivery of Category Team and Supplier education and development. 12. Other duties and responsibilities as defined
Position Requirements: Office work environment, 40+ work hours per week
Minimum Requirements: Education: BS/BA or equivalent work experience Experience: Minimum of 4 years graphics and patterns, or graphic art, experience with emphasis in Apparel and/or Home product areas
Job Related Skills: • Outstanding communication skills encompassing interaction with Category Teams, Suppliers and Service providers • Strong multi-tasking, prioritization and timeline management/adherence • Ability to interact effectively and build relationships with all levels of Category Teams, Global Sourcing resources and related support organizations • Strong understanding of graphics/patterns cost elements and focus on cost minimization • Foundational understanding of the retail business and product development/ manufacturing life cycle from both a merchandising and manufacturer's perspective
Technical Skills: Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office desktop applications, inclusive of Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook; multimedia expertise; deep graphics art tools use and familiarity.
Established Multi Divisional Women’s Contemporary brand is seeking a Head Designer for their newest division. Candidate must have at least 10 plus years of Design experience in contemporary Women’s Wovens, Knits and Sweaters categories.
This position is first time role for a new division. The candidate will need to be fully hands on, a multi -tasker and a self -starter and must be able to design a line from start to finish.
Requirements:
10+ years of Contemporary Design experience in all three categories Women’s, Woven’s, Knits, Sweaters.
Energetic with the ability to multi task in a fast paced environment
Men’s and boy’s sportswear manufacturer is looking for a production/ sourcing manager.
Manage product cycle-from order placement until delivery in the US, including, managing the T&A calendar, lab dips, fabric approval, trim approval, etc
Stay on calendar
QC document review
testing report review
Communicate with suppliers overseas
Evaluate monthly capacity to ensure we plan accordingly
Communicate with sales staff on any issues or late deliveries
Our Client is a National Company with thousands of stores conveniently located and they are searching for a Quality and Regulatory Analyst.
This Position offers paid relocation near Virginia Beach.
Quality and Regulatory Analyst:
Within the guidelines of the company and Compliance Policies Manual, manage the quality and regulatory compliance process for the hard goods categories. Scope encompasses 3rd party lab partners, Merchants, Buyers, Sourcing, China based QA, Suppliers and, where applicable, Legal and Regulatory bodies.
Deliverables
Align category-specific processes and procedures with the company policies, goals, and objectives.
Own 3rd Party Lab test protocols and inspection processes for hard goods categories. Justify and implement changes/updates to protocols as needed.
Manage inspection, testing and other QA and compliance processes in assigned categories. In conjunction with Buyers/Merchants manage exception dispositions and CAPs.
Follow and update SOPs as required. Propose policy changes when needed.
Collaborate with Suppliers through Buyers, Sourcing, Tar Heel QA, and directly when needed to assure QA and regulatory processes are aligned with product lifecycle workflow.
Seize opportunities for cost, turnaround, and process improvements on a project basis. Marshal resources necessary to complete the projects.
Assist Legal in matters related to industry litigation and product recalls.
Be the company Quality and Regulatory resource for hard goods categories within and outside the organization.
Team with the company Quality and Compliance to establish testing and process synergies.
Develop, maintain, and support short and longer term metrics to help drive sourcing decisions and process improvement. Use these as a basis for reporting.
Manage recalls and withdrawals associated with the assigned categories.
Qualifications:
Positive individual who thrives on building new processes and influencing others in a dynamic, fast paced environment
Bachelor’s degree, preference for a degree in a technical discipline.
Seven years of related experience in hard goods quality assurance at the retail level.
Understanding of production methods for items within the assigned categories.
Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional collaboration with internal and external teams.
Strong knowledge of hard goods, toys, and/or electronics quality management systems
Working knowledge of Acceptable Quality Level standards.
Familiarity with toy regulations and testing standards highly desirable.
Experience working with overseas agents, indirect vendors and manufacturers.
Ability to proactively recognize and address potential issues which could impact merchandise quality.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, SharePoint
QUALITY ASSURANCE AUDITOR - PAID RELOCATE TO VIRGINIA BEACH
Location: VIRGINA BEACH
Salary: 65-75K
Job#: 7734
Recruiter: Todd Wayne
Description:
Multibillion-dollar manufacturer is looking for a Quality Assurance Auditor. Paid relocation to Virginia Beach.
Manage the quality and compliance process for the apparel/softline goods categories
Own 3rd Party Lab test protocols and inspection processes for soft goods/ apparel categories for men’s, women’s and childrenswear t-shirt, socks, underwear, leggings, onesies etc.
Manage inspection, testing and other QA and compliance processes in assigned categories.
Work with overseas vendors in China and Bangladesh
Partner with overseas factories, merchants and buyers
Follow and update SOPs as required.
Collaborate with Suppliers through Buyers, Sourcing, Tar Heel QA, and directly when needed to assure QA and regulatory processes are aligned with product lifecycle workflow.
Team with Quality and Compliance to establish testing and process synergies.
Develop, maintain, and support short and longer term metrics to help drive sourcing decisions and process improvement.
Manage recalls and withdrawals associated with the assigned categories.
Seven years of related experience in hard goods quality assurance at the retail level.
Understanding of production methods for items within the assigned categories.
Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional collaboration with internal and external teams.
Working knowledge of Acceptable Quality Level standards
Experience working with overseas agents, indirect vendors and manufacturers.
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, SharePoint
· Responsible for all forecasting and analysis across multiple categories, styles, colors and size with objective of continually increasing sales and productivity growth for Walmart.
Primary Responsibilities
· Implement sales forecasting ensure GRS alignment which will ultimately drive the customer demand plan projections
· Analyze and validate item seasonality adjusting appropriately for events ranging from promotions to weather etc.
· Consistently identify opportunities to drive sales and productivity at the style by door lev
· Be proactive in anticipating shifts and proactively addressing with both internal and external teams striving for high forecast accuracy
· Validate all item characteristics flagged in system to ensure optimization of tool
· Build and maintain annual item ladder plans by program, style and color to include history, forecasts, sell thrus, sets vs fill visibility updating regularly
· Implement quarterly “big analysis” (Demographics, basket analysis, etc) presenting findings and identifying action plan
· Partner with Walmart RM to successfully drive the business forward utilizing in stock%, rate of sale and other productivity metrics identifying opportunities and reducing risks
· Champion call to action with cross functional team based on analysis
· Review sales ladders, trends and availability weekly with replenishment planner
· Prepare agenda and lead monthly/quarterly update and action meetings with the customer
· Prepare and maintain all relevant company and ad hoc reporting
We are searching for a Sales Area Manager. This individual will support and manage the commercial presence of the market and customers in East Coast US & Canada, ensuring their satisfaction and the development of our brand positioning. This person is responsible for the sales results and growth of their own area.
Main Activities:
Reporting directly to North America’s Sales Director
Identifies and develops business opportunities, promoting the company’s innovative products and solutions.
Analyzes data and sales trends, searching and proposing appropriate strategies and actions
Organizes demonstrations, visits, events and promotional activities with customers
Proactively takes part in Trade Fairs and events
Responsible of local Sales network (agents, agencies, e-distributors)
Contributes to the development of our products and technology, reporting to the Company (or anticipating) needs and trends of their area
Represents and promotes our brand in the world of sportswear, outerwear, underwear, beachwear and fashion clothing
Supports North America Sales Director in identifying sales budget, always setting new and challenging goals
10-15 years experiences in apparel, sportswear, outerwear, shoes and accessories sector (commercial but also product)
Must come from a Brand, vendor or Company dealing with applications/accessories
Organizational flexibility (the role involves an important frequency of business travel), autonomy, proactivity, spirit of initiative and passion for innovation
Excellent interpersonal skills, openness and adaptability of different contexts and interlocutors, interest in deeping and learning;
Internal and External Stakeholders:
Commercial, Marketing, Customer Service
Customers: approximately 100 – Canada from East Coast to Ontario; USA from Maine to Florida and from Minnesota to Louisiana (strategical districts: New York and Boston)
Urban/ Streetwear Men’s and Boy’s Apparel Manufacturer is looking for a Salesperson to break into new accounts with retail boxed stores like Kmart, Walmart, Target etc.
Must have a strong relationship with current GMs of these boxed stores.
This individual will also be responsible for current in-house accounts.
Sell to VIM, Cookies, Dr Jays and City Trend.
Must have a good understanding on men’s and boy’s urban streetwear apparel
Hang with brands like Switch, Bleecker & Mercer etc.
We are looking for a creative, inspiring Senior Womenswear Designer to create color & concepts to expand the women’s apparel. Opportunity is based in the Midwest.
Responsibilities:
Conceptual Development
Design and create color & concepts that are seasonally appropriate and trend right.
Create seasonal pattern assortment that reflects the essence of the brand.
Research to identify new trends, fabrics, techniques, etc. May include online research, shopping, trend services.
Design compelling, creative assortment that matches the needs of the seasonal assortment plan.
Follow designs through product life cycle from conception through to production
Create illustrator / hand sketch with detailed garment information to pass to technical design counterpart.
Identify samples / fit block and communicate to technical design to follow for the creation of each style.
Work with CAD Designer to create print & pattern development.
Complete BOM for tech pack, including fabric, trim, pattern information.
Collaborate with Product Development Team
Collaborate with technical design, & sourcing team members to ensure that all products are successfully completed from creation to point of sale.
Partner with technical designer to ensure proper fit. Partner with sourcing to provide clear comments on submits and samples in a timely manner (48hr turnaround)
Provide support to design lead and other members of the cross functional team.
Requirements:
Degree completed in apparel design
7+years’ work experience in apparel design, preferably in women’s
Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Microsoft Excel
A major dress company is seeking a Senior Technical Designer Dresses Woven and Knits.
Responsibilities:
Actively monitor staff workload and priorities making sure staff is appropriately scheduled and maximized to meet deadlines.
Conduct fittings on live models to determine fit corrections- Live fitting experience required.
Ability to construct tech packs for both woven and full fashion knits with technical specs and communicate contents with factories.
Responsible for ensuring team completion of accurate technical packages and ensuring they are sent to overseas factories on time.
Oversee and mentor pattern makers during fittings to approve final fit to ensure fit consistency.
Facilitate on-going communication with factories and respond to any technical questions.
Communicate with factories to follow up on e-mails with regard to all corrections to patterns and samples (both PPS & TOP) and document the fit results with specs, diagrams, photos and review of patterns for fit and construction.
Knowledge of grading, construction standards, fabrications and manufacturing methods.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Magnificent high end retail store located in the heart of Manhattan. Been in business for over 60 years and sells the most amazing day, evening, MOB. They also do collaborations with European and American Designers to create product exclusively for their retail stores. Our client also has multiple retail stores located in New York and Canada. Their price point in retail is $300-$36,000
Our client is looking for sewers to work on bridal gowns.
Our client is a rapidly growing Mens and Boys Leisure/Underwear/Sock manufacturer. Who is looking for an energetic Sr. Account Planner to join their fast paced team.
Position Summary
Responsible for working closely with sales team to provide analysis for sound business decisions, maintain accurate financial records, devise projections and coordinate merchandise needs across our tiers of business.
Primary Responsibilities
Build account targets based on historical sales and new opportunities
Devise merchandise plans to guide development, line pricing and capacity holds
Ensure adopted product line aligns with SKU expectations, pricing and margin targets
Finalize order worksheets with sales creating cut & sold document for buy approval
Systematically review account performance and plans both pre-season and in-season
Implement sales forecasting for financial purposes based on current and projected orders
Analyze and validate item performance against expectations (account/program/style/color)
Consistently identify opportunities with sales partners to drive sales and productivity
Champion call to action with cross functional teams following up to ensure results
Be proactive in anticipating shifts in business and addressing with key partners
Act as lead on 3rd party selling tools including implementation, maintenance and training
Prepare and maintain all relevant company and ad hoc reporting
Our client is a High Quality Women’s wear Designer, Searching for a talented women’s RTW Tech designer. The line is primarily produceddomestically in New York and LA. They also manufacture occasionally overseas.
The candidate will play an integral role in all day-to-day technical design in the production of the ready-to wear collection. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Technical design. S/he will have a strong work ethic and business acumen, commingled with an understanding of our client’s aesthetic and quality level. S/he will work cross functionally with production, pattern making, and fabric teams. It is imperative that this candidate has a great, loyal and positive attitude and has the ability to integrate smoothly into the existing Technical Design Team.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for the fit of the production fit for woven, PFD, leather and cut/sew categories.
Communicate with cross functional teams through all phases of production and manage their expectations with detail, follow up and professionalism.
Build open communication paths between Technical Design and the Production Team.
Monitor and coach factories for the highest level of quality. • Partners with Production counterparts on tracking and arrival of all fit samples and PP samples.
Maintain technical packages with all updates, graded specs, fit photos.
Conduct shrink tests when needed to assure production fabric is reacting similarly to sample fabric.
Assure fit consistency in repeat and core styles.
Prepare for fittings by meticulously specing and comparing the PP/TOP to the SMS/standard.
Record fit notes and notify departments such as Production regarding changes to the styles made during fittings.
Partner with Raw materials team and Production Managers to assemble full packages of all components needed for PP's.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: • 4+ years experience in Technical Design/Pattern making.
Understanding of domestic manufacturing, with a strong eye for proportion and design aesthetic.
Highly organized and very detail oriented.
Highly proficient in Excel, PDM, PLM, ERP or RLM with the ability to perform analytical tasks.
Quick-moving and quick-thinking, able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent people skills, and able to work in familial environment and integrate well with existing office employees.
Must be a team player, willing to share ideas and take over or delegate responsibilities to other team members as the situation requires
Large Specialty Retailer, Fashion, Apparel, intimate Apparel, Accessories and Plus- Size Manufacturer is searching for a Freelance Technical Design to join their Team. This is a 3 month assignment.
Our client is a well established womens swimwear manufacturer who is looking for a TEMPORARY Production Coordinator/Sourcing Manager to join their fast paced team
Job Summary:
To coordinate and manage product needs between sales, design, and manufacturing entities overseas
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Sourcing of fabric and trims per design requests
Create and manage Time and Action Calendars for all accounts, or lines, each season
Attend production planning meetings. Actively participate, if not lead in the discussions arising from the plan, (problems and solutions.)
Issue purchase orders to the sourced factories and supply the necessary data into Blue Cherry
Costing: negotiate and find prices from vendors that fit into the margin goals set by the VP of Operations
Review and approve customer compliance requirements, which include labels, tickets, packaging, QC requirements etc.
Reports: issue reports to managers and agents to communicate work in process in order to ensure that schedules are met
Blue Cherry: input data to maintain style data base
Review and approve vendor invoice payment
All other duties as assigned by VP, General Manager
Skills:
Must be organized, detail oriented and follow up skills
Must possess strong computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
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