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Traits
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Slindile Mabaso

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 Field
02-2018

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

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