Reference code: JR131029
Since its creation in 1952 by Gaby Aghion, Parisian Maison, Chloé, has championed a vision of liberated and free femininity. Driven by a desire to challenge the rigid codes and silhouettes of 1950s haute couture, Gaby Aghion defined an elevated, accessible and vibrant perspective on fashion. One that could accompany women in their newly freer daily lives, allowing for freedom of movement.
From its beginnings, Chloé has distinguished itself through a culture of collaboration, consistently showcasing new talents including Karl Lagerfeld, Stella McCartney, Phoebe Philo, and Clare Waight Keller. At the heart of this collaborative creativity is a desire to bring together the Maison values and savoir-faire, to cultivate a Youthful Spirit and a sense of Freedom, Optimism, Collective and Authenticity. To this day, these are our core values which inspire every member of the Chloé Maison.
Under the current creative direction of Chemena Kamali, the Maison is writing a new chapter in its history. True to Gaby Aghion's legacy, we place our clients at the heart of everything we undertake, whether through the quality of our creations or the attention paid to their experience with the Maison, which aims to be unique and memorable.
In line with Chloé’s ambitious vision, he/she will be responsible for the research, sourcing, development, and ordering of components for ready-to-wear collections, capsules, special projects, bespoke pieces, commercial and press repeats. From the collection briefs by Design Studio through to the handover to Production, he/she will support the development process and ensure the successful delivery of each collection.
He/she will manage the sourcing and purchasing of trims and components (buttons, zippers, labels, buckles, hardware, ribbons, leather accessories) in line with collection budgets. He/she will collaborate closely with Design, Product Development, Production, and Suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials while ensuring quality, cost efficiency and sustainability.
He/she will build and maintain strong working relationships with all stakeholders involved in the collection development process, including Design Studio, Product Development, Supply Purchasing, Embroidery Development, Atelier, Stock, and Production teams, helping to ensure smooth coordination and effective collaboration throughout the development cycle.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Sources, develops and selects components and trims and their suppliers that meet luxury quality standards
- Collaborates with Design and Product Development teams during collection development and assures a smooth hand over to production
- Negotiates prices and delivery schedules taking priorities into account
- Tracks purchase orders and ensures on-time deliveries during development
- Manages budgets and optimizes purchasing costs without compromising quality, reports regularly on budget status
- Ensures components comply with quality, sustainability, and regulatory requirements.
- Creates, maintains and updates product information in the PLM system, including article and color codes, costing, supplier and technical data.
- Maintains accurate purchasing data in SAP
- Gives visibility on seasonal components and trims to stake holders and support production planning.
- Manages supplier relationships, evaluates supplier performance and contributes to supplier repository
