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Durban: Design Department Supervisor

Durban: Design Department Supervisor

Posted on 2025-09-09 00:00:00

Employer Unspecified
Category Marketing / advertising / PR
Location eThekwini  / Durban

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities Collaborate with the Merchandise team to cost tender prints based on colours or techniques Direct the Design Assistant on which prints to send and to whom, based on factory capabilities Negotiate with printers to secure competitive costs Liaise with printers to ensure accurate sampling of prints and techniques Plan and oversee production with printers, embroiderers, pleaters, wash houses, and outsourced vendors Work closely with production teams to manage timelines for CMT deliveries Identify opportunities to expedite print processes to support production Source and onboard new vendors (printers, embroiderers, pleaters) as needed Manage monthly sampling and production schedules Review strike-offs and coordinate approvals with the merchandise assistant and buyers Follow up on pending approvals to avoid production delays Request fabric from assistants in the event of re-strikes Troubleshoot print issues related to fabric bases, such as sublimation or cracking Oversee print testing payments and manage bulk claim submissions Trims: Source and cost imported trims for merchandising tenders Approve trim samples in correct colours and sizing Negotiate costing and place orders Advise on trim application methods and guide machinists accordingly Design Department Coordination: Maintain print schedules and ensure no CADs are missed Follow up with merchandisers on missing turn-ons Set clear design deadlines to ensure timely production Track daily progress of the design team and delegate tasks based on priorities Respond quickly to urgent CAD review requests Requirements Matric Relevant tertiary qualification preferred Proven experience as a Clothing Graphic Designer in the fashion / apparel industry Strong creative skills with a deep understanding of garment prints and graphics Excellent administrative skills to manage bulk print and production workflows Confident in liaising with international suppliers , particularly in China, for special developments Highly organized, proactive, and a strong communicator with team leadership experience

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