Senior Manager, Sampling

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities. 

JOB PURPOSE

Directly reporting to the VP, Outerwear Operations, the Senior Manager, Sampling is responsible for the management of the Product Development, Pattern room, 3D Protos, Sizing and Grading, Markers and Industrialisation areas, by working closely with the Atelier to develop each garments as required by the design with an active role in identifying technical suggestions for the development of the model.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Proactively and consistently manage the 'Product Concept' levers with regard to Lines and Volumes,Characterisation of details
• Ensure the implementation of creative inputs on products (pattern making, processing and accessories) according to the latest technical innovations
• Taking care of the development and technical definition of all components of the collection (Canvases, Prototypes, Samples, CSTs)
• Optimise technical, functional and cost aspects relating to the product
• Participate in sample garment trials with Design and Industrialization teams
• Monitoring compliance with Collection Timing and Briefing
• Daily liaison with the in-house Pattern room and Atelier for sample making, prototype testing
• Preside over all Production trials (CST vision)
• Co-ordination of CAD - 3D office activities

PERSONAL PROFILE

• 7 - 10 years solid experience in the role
• Ability to work in partnership with Product team, understanding and interpreting their direction and translating those to the other team members;
• Solid pattern making background, strong technical skills and proven experience in the field
• Experience in PLM System
• Great experience in working closely with Atelier for development;
• Effective relationship management with Product and Atelier and ability to work as part of a team;
• Passionate about product and development;
• Team management experience

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

FOOTER

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.

Posting Notes: Italy || Not Applicable || Turin || INTERNAL MANUFACTURING || BURBERRY TECNICA || n/a ||