Job Description

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THREADJAM is a premium fashion production and development agency, guiding brands from first concept through to bulk production. We work closely with our clients to bring their creative visions to life - backed by a carefully built network of quality manufacturers and supply chains, and meticulous attention to detail in every garment we deliver.

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Our services ensure brands are factory

- ready with comprehensive technical documentation, and we provide full support throughout production
- managing development, supplier relations, and communication end to end.

We collaborate with a valuable and ever-growing network of offshore manufacturers to deliver high-quality product across all categories

- giving our brands the confidence to push design boundaries, whether they're launching their first range or expanding into new markets.

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This is a senior, client-facing role. You'll own a portfolio of our major clients end to end - managing product development and the entire production process, ensuring critical path deadlines align with each brand's needs, and acting as their trusted single point of contact from concept to bulk.

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You'll work across fit
-for-purpose garments, high fashion garments, and accessories in all categories

- so genuine breadth and depth of technical experience is a must.

Your technical judgement will lead fit and construction decisions, and your client care will define how our brands experience working with us

- informed, supported, and confident at every stage.

Key Responsibilities /n

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Client Leadership: Own client relationships end to end - engaging with clients to understand their creative visions and translating them into CADs, tech packs,



and actionable production plans.

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Production Process Management: Oversee the entire production lifecycle, from material sourcing to manufacturer coordination, ensuring efficiency and seamless operations.

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Fit Session Leadership: Lead fit sessions and make the technical calls to ensure garments meet accurate specifications - across tailored, fit-for-purpose, and highly technical ready-to-wear.

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Technical Specifications: Develop and maintain comprehensive technical specifications and documentation for each product.

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Textile Expertise: Provide informed yarn and fabric recommendations, leveraging textile knowledge.

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Supplier Relations: Communicate and negotiate with suppliers to resolve production issues, negotiate lead times and pricing, and maintain smooth operations.

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Approval Management: Manage approval timelines for lab dips, strike-offs, trims, and bulk fabric confirmations.

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Production Tracking: Maintain accurate production trackers and critical path timelines for each brand.

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Quality Control: Conduct quality control checks at all production stages and implement corrective actions as needed.

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Forecasting and Planning: Liaise with suppliers and internal teams for accurate forecasting and capacity planning.

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Client Service & Relationships: Build and maintain strong client relationships - providing regular, proactive updates throughout development and production, managing expectations, and ensuring every client feels informed and looked after from concept to bulk.

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Effective Communication: Maintain clear communication channels internally and externally so all stakeholders are informed and aligned.

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Key Qualifications and Skills /n

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5+ years' experience in garment technology, product development, or production management within the fashion industry.

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Demonstrated experience across fit-for-purpose garments, high fashion garments, and accessories in all categories.

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Deep fluency in garment construction, fit, grading, tech packs, and QC.

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A confident, warm client communicator - you build trust quickly and hold it under pressure.

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Self-directed - you make sound technical and commercial decisions.

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Proven supplier management and negotiation experience

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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Adobe Illustrator, and other CAD software.

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Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

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Impeccable attention to detail and a proactive mindset in improving processes and solving technical problems.

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Why Join Us /n

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Work across multiple product categories and brands - no two projects alike.

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A close, creative studio culture that backs your judgement.

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Genuine flexible working arrangements - including openness to a 4-day week.

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