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Durban: Clothing – Operations Manager posted by Sandi Crowther Recruitment

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Job Description

This is a senior leadership role best suited to a commercially astute and highly analytical individual with strong gross profit (GP) control, extensive CMT negotiation experience, and a proven track record of delivering orders on time and in full (OTIF) within a fast-paced apparel environment.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Maximise profitability across all operational areas
  • Negotiate CMT and outwork pricing to ensure optimal margins
  • Oversee seasonal costing, including fabric, trims, packaging and CMT
  • Manage production planning and ensure strict critical path adherence
  • Ensure forecasted sales targets are achieved
  • Drive OTIF delivery performance across all customers
  • Oversee QA, compliance and supplier performance management
  • Manage stock control, monthly stock takes and system accuracy
  • Sign off CMT payments, creditors and production files
  • Identify and reduce wastage, rejects and GP leakage
  • Lead, manage and discipline operational teams where required

Minimum Requirements:

  • 7–10 years’ experience within clothing manufacturing / supplier environment
  • Strong CMT management and negotiation expertise
  • Proven track record in GP management and margin control
  • Advanced production planning and critical path management skills
  • Strong leadership ability with excellent supplier management capability
  • ERP / system proficiency (SYNC advantageous)
  • Highly analytical, commercially driven and results focused

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About Fashion/Textile Jobs in Kwazulu-Natal

The fashion and textile industry in Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa is typically a vibrant sector, with many opportunities for careers in design, production, and management. Generally, the industry is driven by local designers who showcase their collections at major fashion weeks, while international brands also have a significant presence in the region. However, due to the global nature of the industry, competition for roles can be fierce.

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Typically, salaries for fashion and textile professionals in Kwazulu-Natal range from R200 000 to R500 000 per annum, depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. It’s worth noting that these figures are broad ranges and may vary significantly, with senior roles or those in more established companies often commanding higher salaries. Factors such as the specific industry sector (e.g., manufacturing, design, or retail) can also impact salary expectations.

Common skills for fashion and textile professionals include proficiency in computer-aided design software, knowledge of textile production processes, attention to detail, effective communication skills, project management expertise, and a strong understanding of current fashion trends. In addition to these technical skills, many successful fashion and textile professionals possess excellent business acumen, creativity, and the ability to work well under pressure.

Industry sectors that commonly employ fashion and textile professionals in Kwazulu-Natal include manufacturing (e.g., apparel production), design (e.g., fashion design or textile design), retail (e.g., buying or merchandising roles), and export businesses. Other industries, such as technology and financial services, may also have a presence in the region, with opportunities for fashion and textile professionals in areas such as product development or branding.

Career progression paths for fashion and textile professionals in Kwazulu-Natal often involve starting in entry-level positions and working their way up to more senior roles. Opportunities for advancement may include taking on management responsibilities, launching one’s own business, or specializing in a particular area of the industry (e.g., sustainable fashion or textiles).


This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.

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