Slindile Mabaso
Durban
Summary
I am a passionate and qualified Fashion and Textile designer with over 6 years experience. I have passion for fashion and aim to grow and utilise the knowledge and skills i have gained. I am an accomplished Designer and Assistant Merchandiser expertise in making sales for the company. I have successfully managed a few retail customers, ensuring quality standards and efficient order execution is Demonstrated collaborative teamwork and problem-solving skills, enhancing design processes and achieving a 95% customer satisfaction rate. Proficient in fabric sourcing and CAD creation, driving innovation to accomplish more.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser's Assistance
Drake Clothing
05.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with Merchandiser to manage accounts and ensure on-time order execution.
- Oversaw key retail chains, including PEP, Mr Price, and Exact.
- Received briefs from buyers, researched trends, and prepared concept sample sheets.
- Developed samples with accurate trims in coordination with sample machinists.
- Communicated with buyers regarding costing of new briefs and compiled necessary information for approval.
- Prepared and sent requests to China fabric suppliers for lab dips and strike offs.
- Costing and loading orders on sync.
- Sourced special trims and briefed designers on print requirements.
- Loaded customer purchase orders into sync program and ensured accurate CAD sign-off.
Ladieswear Designer
Quadrant Clothing
02.2019 - 05.2022
- Analyzed and developed styles from fit and pre-production to bulk production at Quadrant Clothing.
- Managed Truworths ladies brands for three years, ensuring design execution met quality standards.
- Executed styles from concept to bulk completion, collaborating with buyers on trims and fabric qualities.
- Coordinated with design team, pattern makers, and machinists on fit and construction details.
- Identified fabric ratings to procure materials for new orders efficiently.
- Processed fabric, trims, artwork, and print markers to support bulk production.
- Ensured all fabric reports passed customer quality checks consistently.
- Tracked deliveries with suppliers, confirming accuracy of fabric orders.
Junior designer- Girls
Gemelli Clothing
Durban
12.2017 - 01.2019
- Conducted trend research to inform merchandising strategies.
- Sourced trims, fabrics, and print artwork from suppliers to enhance design options.
- Facilitated fabric quality assessments and lab dip approvals for new clients.
- Collaborated with pattern makers and sample machinists to align production timelines with quality standards.
- Created technical CADs using Illustrator and Photoshop for innovative design development.
- Measured samples to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
- Ensured accurate implementation of customer QA comments during bulk production.
Education
Diploma - Fashion Design
Fashion
Durban, Brick Field02-2018
High School Diploma -
Richards Bay Secondary School
Richards Bay 12.2013
Skills
Technical Skills:
Basic computer skills:
- Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Specialized computer skills
- Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
Specialized technical skills
- CAD-Kaledo software
- Lectra Modris software
- Sync program
Soft skills:
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management
- Merchandising strategy
- Attention to detail
- Self-motivation
- People management skills
- Team worker
References
- Vinnai Pillay, Gemelli Clothing, (27) 83 777 4217
- Kerry Botha, Quadrant Clothing, (27) 60 993 9473
Traits
- Have an eye for detail
- Team work
- Exceptional verbal and written communication
- Management skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Exceptional organizational skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Merchandiser's Assistance
Drake Clothing
05.2022 - Current
Ladieswear Designer
Quadrant Clothing
02.2019 - 05.2022
Junior designer- Girls
Gemelli Clothing
12.2017 - 01.2019
Diploma - Fashion Design
Fashion
High School Diploma -
Richards Bay Secondary School