oGorgeous Inc. Careers

Technical Designer - Women's Apparel + Activewear

We are a fast growing women's activewear and apparel company looking for a talented Technical Designer to join our team. Atlanta, GA based only as you will need to attend live fittings a few times a week in the office! Please check popflexactive.com and @popflex_active on Instagram to get a feel for what we create and the very active community we've built.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Design team and be able to translate design concepts into specifications for first prototypes.
• Measure samples and cross-examine against tech pack and previous samples to ensure previous comments have been corrected
• Attend and lead live fittings in Atlanta 2 times per week.
• Documents clear and precise notes during weekly fittings.
• Check construction and quality of product to ensure sample has proper construction and fabrication.
• Provide technical direction on corrective actions needed to bring samples to brand fit standards.
• Manage the transition of product from initial design/proto to production ready fit approval and to achieve appropriate fit, functional intent, and construction.

Location: This is a hybrid role and you must be located in Atlanta, GA as there are a few fittings a week that you will need to attend in the office.

Note: We usually like to start with paid contract work before we commit to FT, so that you get a fair chance to get to know us and we get a chance to know you. This is open for discussion.

TO APPLY: Please email your resume to [email protected] with the job title you are applying for in the subject line.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• patternmaking: 3 years (Preferred)
• technical design: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Atlanta, GA 30342 (Required)

Fashion Designer - Women's Apparel + Activewear

We are a fast growing women's activewear and apparel company looking for a talented Fashion Designer with a solid technical design understanding to add to our team. Atlanta, GA based only as you will need to attend live fittings a few times a week in the office!

Please check popflexactive.com and @popflex_active on Instagram to get a feel for what we create and the very active community we've built.

Who we need:

• Someone who understands romantic, feminine style
• Someone who is ahead of the trend with fashion
• Someone who incorporates working out into their daily lifestyle (you will be wearing and testing designs as well)
• Someone with experience in activewear
• Someone with experience in swimwear
• Someone who can work in a fast paced and creatively charged environment
• Someone who is flexible and FAST - but also pays attention to the details
• Someone who is STRONG with technical skills - tech packs, drawing CADs, measuring garments etc - our fit is THE MOST important thing to our customers
• Someone who is positive, upbeat, KIND, passionate, smart and wants to join a super fun, predominantly female based (and led) team!

Location: This is a hybrid role and you must be based in Atlanta, GA.

Note: We usually like to start with paid contract work before we commit to FT, so that you get a fair chance to get to know us and we get a chance to know you. This is open for discussion.

TO APPLY: Please email your resume and your portfolio to [email protected] with the job title you are applying for in the subject line.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Fashion design: 3 years (Preferred)
• Adobe Illustrator: 3 years (Preferred)
• Backbone: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Atlanta, GA 30342 (Required)

Production Manager - Women's Apparel

We are a fast growing women's activewear and apparel company looking for a production manager with mass retail experience, specifically TARGET stores. We are looking for an experienced Product Development and Production Manager who is just well, ON IT. If you are a quick problem solver, a COMMUNICATOR, can work seamlessly with our Design Team AS WELL as our manufacturers to get product quick and in pristine quality, then keep reading.

Please check popflexactive.com and @popflex_active on Instagram to get a feel for what we create and the very active community we've built.

Qualifications:

• A solid understanding of women's apparel and fit (we are obsessed with fit and will take more than the standard 3 rounds to approve a prototype so need your help in relaying this to factories)
• Experience working for a brand that sold into TARGET stores successfully
• Experience working with TARGET approved suppliers and factories
• 3-5 years experience in a production role
• Creative problem solver, OBSESSED with efficiency and organization
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and keep to strict deadlines
• High ability to lead and direct and a proactive/can-do attitude

Responsibilities:

• Manage the entire communication and production process from initial inception, and development, to the final product shipped and delivered to the final destination (either our warehouse or the retailer)
• Work directly with the Design Team to set strict deadlines and calendars for sampling and production
• Use your knowledge of product development and processes to bring our products to market with speed and accuracy
• Work with Design and Technical Design to ensure tech packs are comprehensive and meet the product's goals for delivery, function, cost, fit, and commercial viability
• Communicate with sourcing offices and vendors daily (written and verbal) on pertinent design, development, delivery, and/or cost-related issues
• Establish and monitor time and action calendars to hit target delivery dates and negotiate costs to meet target margin goals; suggesting alternatives when relevant
• Partner with the Design Team to facilitate and expedite collection line sheet production
• Manage and communicate all care label approvals in a timely manner
• Work with the Design Team and Manufacturers to ensure each style is executed with accuracy
• Communicate daily with overseas offices and vendors to resolve issues and follow up on the production process (if you are able to speak Mandarin or Cantonese, a plus)
• Follow up with vendors for Weekly Production Status Reports
• Project manage trims

Location: This is a remote role. However, preferably you are on the west coast so it is easier for meetings with our factories overseas.

Note: We usually like to start with paid contract work before we commit to FT, so that you get a fair chance to get to know us and we get a chance to know you. This is open for discussion.

TO APPLY: Please email your resume to [email protected] with the job title you are applying for in the subject line.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• apparel production: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• manadarin or cantonese (Preferred)
• vietnamese (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

Director of Operations - Women's Apparel

We are a fast growing women's activewear and apparel company looking for a dynamic Director of Operations to bring efficiency, speed, and smoothness to all that we do behind the scenes.

In a nutshell, your role would be to comprehensively oversee daily operations, sales performance, logistics discussions, warehouse matters etc. thus allowing ownership to step back from daily operations with confidence. If you can treat this business like it is yours and this team like they are your family, then this may be the perfect fit.

• Please check popflexactive.com and @popflex_active on Instagram to get a feel for what we make, who we are, and the incredible community we've built.
  
  Qualifications
  
  Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in operations management for APPAREL, bonus if women's apparel
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Strong understanding of various business functions such as finance, warehouse (3PL), apparel production, retail partnerships, logistics, legal etc.
• Excellent organizational and QUICK problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
• Fast and thorough communicator
• Loves the art running a business and is constantly thinking "How can we improve?"
  

Responsibilities

BIG PICTURE:

• The Director of Operations will oversee all day-to-day operations of the company, ensuring that all departments function efficiently and effectively
• This role is responsible for problem-solving across all departments, maintaining overall operational excellence and making sure things are done as fast as possible, as thoroughly as possible.
• The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, capable of driving the company’s success while allowing the owner to step back from daily operations

OPERATIONS:

• Oversee daily operations across various departments (apparel production, warehouse (3PL), logistics, finance, retail partnerships, legal etc.)
• Monitor and improve internal systems - always be thinking about how to clean the murky parts of the business and make us run more efficiently

TEAM LEADERSHIP:

• Lead, mentor, and motivate department heads and team members
• Conduct regular meetings with team leads to address issues and ensure alignment with company goals
• Foster a positive and productive work environment

LEGAL + COMPLIANCE:

• Ensure the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
• Manage annual filings, permits, and other legal obligations
• Coordinate with legal advisors as needed

FINANCE:

• Work with owner to monitor budgets, cash flow, and financial performance
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Assist in strategic financial planning and analysis

SALES:

• Monitor sales performance to ensure targets and KPIs are met
• Collaborate with the sales team to develop and implement sales strategies
• Analyze sales data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement

KPIs:

• Set KPIs with each department to measure performance and drive results
• Regularly review and adjust KPIs as needed
• Ensure all departments are aligned with company objectives and goals

PARTNER + SUPPLIER RELATIONS:

• Maintain strong relationships with partners and suppliers
• Address and resolve any escalated issues
• Negotiate contracts and agreements as needed

STRATEGIC PLANNING:

• Assist in developing and implementing the company’s strategic goals
• Identify opportunities for growth and improvement
• Drive initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and profitability

REPORTING + COMMUNICATIONS:

Provide regular reports on operational and sales performance to the owners

Communicate company goals, performance, and updates to all employees

Develop a reporting system for ownership that includes weekly updates on KPIs, operational status, and strategic plans

Review past performance, set strategies for the week, and address any issues with dept. heads

Ensure each department has a clear action plan and targets and provide support as needed

TO APPLY: Please email your resume, as well as a cover letter to [email protected] with the job title you are applying for in the subject line.