Head of Production - Haute Couture
Location:
Dubai, UAE
Contract Type:
Full-time
Language Requirement:
Fluent English
The Head of Production - Haute Couture leads the atelier operations for a world-class couture maison, ensuring seamless daily execution, outstanding garment quality, and timely delivery. The role manages bespoke couture and bridal production, directly supervises a large multicultural team, and establishes a disciplined, high-performing work environment.
- Atelier Management & Production Oversight: Oversee all aspects of the couture production cycle, coordinating pattern cutters, tailors, and finishers.
- Workflow Planning & Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain structured production plans, benchmarks, and process controls. Continuously uphold excellence and uniformity in finish and fit, pre-empting risks, and managing issues to prevent production delays.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the operational bridge between design vision and atelier execution by liaising closely with the Creative Director, atelier manager, and all client-facing teams.
- Team Leadership: Structure, lead, and mentor the atelier team, establishing a robust chain of command. Foster team growth through training and best practice-sharing, while ensuring operational discipline and ongoing improvement.
- Continuous Improvement: Apply lean manufacturing and process engineering principles to drive production efficiency and optimize resource allocation. Conduct thorough risk assessments and proactively address challenges in the couture workflow.
The Head of Production upholds quality control, consistently achieves client deadlines, and fosters a rigorous environment committed to precision and lasting excellence throughout the haute couture atelier.
We are looking for candidates who bring a rare combination of technical mastery and inspirational leadership to the world of haute couture production. The ideal profile is defined by calm authority, attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence.
- Leadership & People Management: Candidates should have a proven background in leading, nurturing, and motivating multicultural atelier teams in high-pressure, high-expectation environments. Strong mentors with a natural ability to empower artisans and foster mutual respect will thrive here.
- Structured, Operational Mindset: We value individuals who combine creativity with a methodical, process-driven approach to production planning. Experience in setting clear workflows, implementing process controls, and establishing transparent chains of command is essential.
- Quality-Obsessed: A passion for maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship, finish, and consistency is non-negotiable. The ideal candidate is an advocate for continuous improvement and meticulous quality control throughout all stages of garment creation.
- Risk-aware & Solution-oriented: We seek proactive problem-solvers who can anticipate operational risks and quickly resolve bottlenecks before they affect delivery schedules. Keen instincts for risk assessment and troubleshooting are valued.
- Exceptional Communication: Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken—are critical. Candidates should excel at translating creative vision into actionable plans and aligning diverse internal teams toward common goals.
- International Perspective & Adaptability: Familiarity working in global luxury fashion, particularly in dynamic and multicultural settings, is highly desirable. Candidates who adapt quickly to change, respect diverse traditions, and thrive in international environments will be most successful.
- Ethos of Discipline & Respect: We appreciate individuals who champion a positive, disciplined culture and hold themselves and their teams accountable while supporting ongoing personal and collective growth.
Previous experience in haute couture or luxury fashion production is essential, as is a demonstrable record of driving process excellence and team development. Candidates should exemplify motivational leadership, robust production planning competence, and a keen eye for both detail and the bigger picture.
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