Fabric Sourcing and Production Manager
Kristina Fidelskaya Fashion & Design
Dubai, UAE
The Role
Headquartered in Dubai and production in Italy, Kristina Fidelskaya is a contemporary luxury fashion brand. The Kristina Fidelskaya Collection consists of evening wear, dresses, coats, suits, jackets, and related pret-a-porter separates designed to empower the modern contemporary woman without compromising on femininity. Working alongside the Design Team and Executive Director, the Fabric Sourcing and Production Manager to be based in Dubai, will oversee the planning, coordination and quality control of the manufacturing of our products. This person will ensure that our fabrics are sourced at best quality and products are produced efficiently, and that the correct amount is produced at the right cost and level of quality. Type: Full Time / Part Time or Freelance Key Roles & Responsibilities: • Key Interface to execute strategic fabric sourcing and product development plan that meets KF design vision and financial goals • In addition to maintaining relationships with our existing vendors, to identify new fabric sourcing partners and production avenues to enhance financial feasibility and brand value • Manage and lead trim development and ensure all components are available for production • Working with the Atelier to develop production-ready samples for seasonal design presentations and make recommendations to the designers • Ensure timely deliveries of sourcing, sampling and production.Communicate any costing, timing and quality concerns throughout the product development and production process to cross-functional teams and vendors • Regularly visiting suppliers to check on production and Quality Checks (QC) • Working closely with sales team and Operations Director to ensure that monthly production capacity is utilized and recommending appropriate action when issues arise • Monitoring production status of all products by season • Tracking shipments from vendor to distribution centre • Supporting costing process by issuing spreadsheets for tracking and conducting initial price and capacity negotiation • Potential global travel. Travel overseas for factory visits, development and production review and relationship building with our vendors and offices.
Requirements
• Experience in Fabric Sourcing and Fashion Production • Good network of suppliers and production units locally and overseas would be an added advantage • Bachelor's or graduate degree in relevant subject matter • Strong analytical and numerical skills (proficiency in Excel) • Excellent communication skills in English (both verbal and written). • Meticulous attention to detail. • A natural ability to multi-task with strict adherence to deadlines.
About the Company
Kristina Fidelskaya is a contemporary luxury fashion brand spearheaded by, designer Kristina Fidelskaya. With its headquarters in Dubai and production in Italy, Launched in early 2014, the brand currently features a range of luxurious designer pieces with plans of expanding to a full collection of ready-to-wear, jewelry and accessories.
The Kristina Fidelskaya brand is a woman’s best friend. It is a brand that she can turn to for glamour and confidence, to be the woman she is and always will be. Kristina’s love for fashion stemmed at a young age, watching her mother create unique pieces at a time in history where the concept of individuality and expression was against the norm. She later studied at Dubai’s Esmod Fashion Institute and, like her mother, discovered that fashion, as an art form became her creative outlet.
Mixing vintage styles with her current cultural fascinations, Kristina effortlessly creates elegant and timeless clothes that speak to every woman. As an entrepreneur, a mother and a trendsetter, her collections symbolize the power and independence of the modern woman while maintaining the traditionally refined femininity and class.
Following her own inspiration, Kristina Fidelskaya hopes to inspire other women. This is just the beginning.
Sales Director in Luxury Fashion
Kristina Fidelskaya Fashion & Design
Dubai, UAE
The Role
Headquartered in Dubai and production in Italy, Kristina Fidelskaya is a contemporary luxury fashion brand. The Kristina Fidelskaya Collection consists of evening wear, dresses, coats, suits, jackets, and related pret-a-porter separates designed to empower the modern contemporary woman without compromising on femininity. We are looking for an experienced and pro-active Head of Sales who will be able to strategise, drive and grow our business. The emphasis of the new role will be opening new doors whilst growing and nurturing the existing business, managing retail and wholesale performance. Type: Full Time based in Dubai, UAE Key Roles & Responsibilities: • Maximising sales by growing local and international distribution, opening new and developing existing business • Developing a long-term sales growth strategy for Wholesale and Retail Sales • Nurturing relationships with international customers and supporting them with reorders and swaps as and when necessary • Working closely with all departments across the business to ensure that orders and stock are managed efficiently and follows company’s growth strategy • Collaborate with planning and buying to determine top line sales plan, achieve sales targets and gross margin targets. • Booking and carrying out face to face sales appointments throughout markets. • End of season and ongoing Sales Analysis • Set and monitor objectives and KPIs with each Sales Associate to achieve Sales Targets and offer continuous leadership, support and direction
Requirements
• Minimum of 5 years sales experience within luxury industry. • Solid experience and understanding of international luxury markets • Possess a strong network of buyers and other contacts in the industry • Previous experience as a Buyer is an added advantage • Proven sales experience • Previous strategic sales growth experience • Strong analytical and numerical skills • A team player with a dynamic approach
About the Company
Kristina Fidelskaya is a contemporary luxury fashion brand spearheaded by, designer Kristina Fidelskaya. With its headquarters in Dubai and production in Italy, Launched in early 2014, the brand currently features a range of luxurious designer pieces with plans of expanding to a full collection of ready-to-wear, jewelry and accessories.
The Kristina Fidelskaya brand is a woman’s best friend. It is a brand that she can turn to for glamour and confidence, to be the woman she is and always will be. Kristina’s love for fashion stemmed at a young age, watching her mother create unique pieces at a time in history where the concept of individuality and expression was against the norm. She later studied at Dubai’s Esmod Fashion Institute and, like her mother, discovered that fashion, as an art form became her creative outlet.
Mixing vintage styles with her current cultural fascinations, Kristina effortlessly creates elegant and timeless clothes that speak to every woman. As an entrepreneur, a mother and a trendsetter, her collections symbolize the power and independence of the modern woman while maintaining the traditionally refined femininity and class.
Following her own inspiration, Kristina Fidelskaya hopes to inspire other women. This is just the beginning.
Senior Electrical Engineer
KEO International Consultants
Kuwait
The Role
KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration, through conceptualization, to realization of design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 50 years we've led with vision, contributing to many of the world's most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities. As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is ranked by ENR in the Top 200 International Design Firms; a Top 20 International PM firm; and 44th largest global architecture firm. We draw from the expertise from over 60 nations, bringing experience from every major market of the globe. With over 2,500 multidisciplinary professionals and staff, we are an international professional consulting services firm. We are now seeking a talented Senior Electrical Engineer to join our award winning team based within our Kuwait Office. This critical role will be responsible for the leadership and management of the design process on one or several projects and applying sound engineering principles in the development of design solutions and the production of contract documentation. Paramount to success within this varied role will include; • Provide leadership in research, planning, design and development of building engineering systems, including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing and electrical, by providing guidance and instruction to the designated project engineers. • Supervise project engineers to perform engineering evaluations, feasibility studies, conceptual and final designs, cost estimates, and engineering calculations. • Oversee the administration of contacts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment. • Hold ownership of preparation and documentation of calculations, complete with support references to codes and standards, ensuring the information is scanned and located in the project folder under the correct project number for future access by a member of staff located in any of the KEO offices. • Attend all coordination and progress meetings and present options and solutions as required. • Conduct reviews of engineering options and evaluations to validate the robust nature of new products and design solutions. • Oversee the use of Autodesk Revit tools to present design and engineering solutions for all projects.
Requirements
To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision the successful applicant will bring a minimum of 15 years post graduate experience in engineering design partnered with a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering. Membership of an Internationally recognized professional Institution i.e. C. Eng. M.I.C.E. or P.E. and registration is preferred. KEO's performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its' contribution to client success wherever we work. Our generous remuneration packages are bespoke and provide a wide range of additional benefits to support both national and expatriate employees and their families. We take pride in offering long term and dynamic career opportunities and invest in our people through our global learning, development and leadership programs. We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.
About the Company
KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration – through conceptualization – to realization of design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 50 years we’ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world’s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.
As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is ranked by ENR in the Top 200 International Design Firms; a Top 20 International PM firm; and 44th largest global architecture firm. We draw from the expertise from over 60 nations, bringing experience from every major market of the globe. With over 2,500 multidisciplinary professionals and staff, we are an international professional consulting services firm.
Senior Mechanical Engineer
KEO International Consultants
Kuwait
The Role
KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration, through conceptualization, to realization of design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 50 years we've led with vision, contributing to many of the world's most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities. As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is ranked by ENR in the Top 200 International Design Firms; a Top 20 International PM firm; and 44th largest global architecture firm. We draw from the expertise from over 60 nations, bringing experience from every major market of the globe. With over 2,500 multidisciplinary professionals and staff, we are an international professional consulting services firm. We are now seeking a talented Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our award winning team based within our Kuwait Office. This critical role will be responsible for the leadership and management of the design process on one or several projects and applying sound engineering principles in the development of design solutions and the production of contract documentation. Paramount to success within this varied role will include; • Provide leadership in research, planning, design and development of building engineering systems, including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing and electrical, by providing guidance and instruction to the designated project engineers. • Supervise project engineers to perform engineering evaluations, feasibility studies, conceptual and final designs, cost estimates, and engineering calculations. • Oversee the administration of contacts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment. • Hold ownership of preparation and documentation of calculations, complete with support references to codes and standards, ensuring the information is scanned and located in the project folder under the correct project number for future access by a member of staff located in any of the KEO offices. • Attend all coordination and progress meetings and present options and solutions as required. • Conduct reviews of engineering options and evaluations to validate the robust nature of new products and design solutions. • Oversee the use of Autodesk Revit tools to present design and engineering solutions for all projects.
Requirements
To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision the successful applicant will bring a minimum of 15 years post graduate experience in engineering design partnered with a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering. Membership of an Internationally recognized professional Institution i.e. C. Eng. M.I.C.E. or P.E. and registration is preferred. KEO's performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its' contribution to client success wherever we work. Our generous remuneration packages are bespoke and provide a wide range of additional benefits to support both national and expatriate employees and their families. We take pride in offering long term and dynamic career opportunities and invest in our people through our global learning, development and leadership programs. We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.
About the Company
KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration – through conceptualization – to realization of design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 50 years we’ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world’s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.
As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is ranked by ENR in the Top 200 International Design Firms; a Top 20 International PM firm; and 44th largest global architecture firm. We draw from the expertise from over 60 nations, bringing experience from every major market of the globe. With over 2,500 multidisciplinary professionals and staff, we are an international professional consulting services firm.