About this role
Role description:
We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced, highly organised and proactive Atelier & Operations Manager to support the daily functioning and development of the Atelier.
Working at the intersection of the Atelier and Business team, you will oversee a broad range of operational responsibilities including logistics, international shipments, archive and storage, museum and commercial loans, webshop and accessories, travel, recruitment, administration and atelier facilities.
You will be responsible for keeping projects and processes organised, anticipating operational needs and ensuring that garments, materials and information move smoothly between the Atelier, clients, institutions and external partners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee shipments, logistics, couriers, import/export and returns for clients, shoots, museums and events.
- Manage accessories, webshop stock, suppliers and customer service.
- Coordinate museum and commercial loans, including packing, transport, documentation and insurance.
- Maintain the archive, storage, condition reports and look documentation.
- Coordinate Atelier facilities, seasonal spaces, equipment and day-to-day operational needs.
- Support recruitment, internships, travel planning, bookkeeping and administration.
- Atelier and showroom display and maintenance
- Assist with insurance claims and Dutch/European subsidy and funding administration.
- Develop and improve organisational systems and processes across the Atelier.
Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Excellent command of English, both spoken and written.
- Exceptionally organised, reliable and detail-oriented.
- Proactive, practical and solution-oriented.
- Strong time management skills and prioritization with the ability to work under specific and tight timelines.
- Able to anticipate needs and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Calm and resourceful under pressure.
- A clear and professional communicator with internal and external partners.
- Comfortable working hands-on when required.
- Experienced in administration, planning and coordination.
- Passionate and understanding of the creative process within art and fashion.
- Background in fashion, design, art or another cultural organization .
- structured with a strong sense of detail and collaboration
- A professional and discrete attitude.
- Bonus: Proficiency in Dutch language
ADVANTAGEOUS:
- To have previous experience working for a couture house or environment.
- To be proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of three years of work experience within the fashion or art industry within a similar role.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office such as Excel, Word and Powerpoint.