1. Working closely with operations team and suppliers on an ongoing basis to ensure the item suits the customer, market and price points. 2. Understanding design from a technical perspective, i.e. producing patterns and technical specifications for designs. 3. Coordination & communication with various departments, buyer and suppliers & assuring timely execution. 4. Keeping a tight track of product and movement and quality. 5. Checking and maintaining quality from time to time.
Hiring is the most important people function you have, and most of us aren’t as good at it as we think. Refocusing your resources on hiring better will have a higher return than almost any training program you can develop.