Bridal Procurement and Development Officer

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Vivienne Westwood Full time

Vivienne Westwood Ltd is a renowned British fashion brand that prioritizes its people and the environment.

The company is currently seeking a skilled Bridal Procurement and Development Officer to join its Couture & Bridal department.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Senior Product Manager and the Bridal Collection Manager and will be part of a tight-knit small team based in the headquarters in Battersea.

This is a fixed-term contract for 12 months, with the possibility of extension.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in product development and procurement, with a strong understanding of fabrics, materials, and the manufacturing process.

They will be responsible for the procurement and development of the Bridal Collections, as well as ad hoc special projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Attend trade fairs and shows to conduct research on fabrics and trims for new developments and establish connections with new suppliers.
  • Liaise with suppliers to discuss quality, sustainable options, certifications, pricing, and delivery times.
  • Monitor budget constraints and company requirements to determine the quantity and quality of raw materials to be purchased.
  • Source and trial new suppliers and manufacturers, evaluating pricing and standards to meet departmental needs.
  • Analyse supplier terms to improve delivery dates, pricing, and quality.
  • Oversee the movement of all raw materials through the Logistics and Warehouse teams.
  • Verify that delivered items match order specifications and assess the quality of incoming goods.
  • Manage SAP, the Codetex Concierge Platform, the Fabrics Master Chart, and all internal files.
  • Purchase fabrics, trims, and accessories via SAP using Codetex and follow up on POs, proformas, and invoices from accounts and suppliers.
  • Monitor raw material stock levels and estimate material flow and replenishment needs.
  • Check the Codetex platform for suspended QC reports and manage fabric roll approvals, returns, and replacements.
  • Set up and manage material specifications, fabric suppliers, and colour details on PLM and SAP.
  • Maintain packing lists for items sent to manufacturers and ensure all deliveries are complete.
  • Track sustainable material certifications, supplier compliance forms, and modern slavery policies.
  • Collaborate with the sustainability specialist to develop sustainable heart tags, disclaimers, and packaging solutions.
  • Explore opportunities to enhance supply networks and present new ideas to the senior management team.
  • Manage MTO and MTM client colour change orders and swatch requests.
  • Conduct inspections of fabrics and trims upon arrival and promptly address and resolve any quality issues with suppliers.
  • Prepare seasonal fabric books and update seasonal development charts.
  • Order studio and production packaging supplies and log all data in the Packaging Master Chart and SAP.
  • Perform weekly QC inspections at manufacturers.

Profile and Key Skills:

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in product development and procurement.
  • Proven experience working with high-end designer brands, with a focus on luxury goods.
  • Strong understanding of fabrics, materials, and the manufacturing process.
  • Familiarity with FlexPLM and SAP systems is advantageous, though not required.
  • Experience collaborating with Codetex and/or third-party QC inspection companies is preferred.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • A flexible, proactive team player with a positive attitude towards collaboration.
  • Prior experience in the bridal and occasion wear sector is desirable, but not essential.

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