We’re looking to fill key roles for our production, sales, and café teams at Alabama Chanin.
Our studio space is housed in a sturdy, industrial-style, metal building which we call “The Factory.” It is a unique work environment, and our team members are creative, inspired, committed, dedicated, and enthusiastic about their role in the company—we truly love and believe in what we are doing here at The Factory and beyond.
If you think you would be a perfect fit for our growing team, then you’ve come to the right place. Learn more about each position and how to apply below.
Artisan Liaison/Coordinator
Organized, articulate people-person to support Independent Artisan Contractors. We are seeking someone with a deep understanding of quality, hand-sewing, embroidery, and garment construction to act as a liaison between the Artisans and Alabama Chanin. You will be creating bid sheets; awarding bids; selling raw materials; inspecting product; overseeing artisan distribution and the purchase of finished goods.
Requirements: demonstrated organizational and bookkeeping skills; strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work in a team environment.
Helpful: ability to facilitate in-house sewing operations like alterations and production; willingness to cross-train in all aspects of production.
Please contact deborah [at] alabamachanin.com for more information or apply in person at 462 Lane Drive, Florence from 10:00am – 4:00pm daily.
Production Coordinator/Merchandise Manager
Organized, numbers-oriented team player to oversee production planning and workflow across our team of Independent Artisans. This role supports our Artisan Liaison by writing and administering cutting tickets, managing inventory, establishing timelines, and developing pricing. Central to this role are the abilities to coordinate multiple inputs and organize priorities between production and Artisan Liaison.
Requirements: excellent organizational and time-management skills; ability to juggle projects and streamline operations. A thorough understanding of hand-sewing and garment construction, and a willingness to learn.
Helpful: Willingness and ability to cross-train in all aspects of production.
Please contact deborah [at] alabamachanin.com for more information or apply in person at 462 Lane Drive, Florence from 10:00am – 4:00pm daily
Front of House Manager/Events Coordinator
Outgoing, organized, and service-oriented individual to manage café Front of House operations. Responsible for scheduling, hiring and managing Kitchen staff; coordinating menus and events with the Media and Café teams; developing menus for Café and Catering; scheduling and coordinating events; developing events and menus with outside Chefs; P&L reporting to accounting.
Requirements: strong organizational and communication skills; effective time management and communication with team; ability to juggle competing priorities; knowledge of food and food supply chain. Aspiration to unrelenting quality customer service and a demonstrated willingness to learn.
Please contact deborah [at] alabamachanin.com for more information or apply in person at 462 Lane Drive, Florence from 10:00am – 4:00pm daily.
Private Sales/Wholesale Coordinator
Outgoing, service and client-minded Sales associate with demonstrated ability to retain and build a customer base. This highly organized individual will work directly with private clients as well as servicing and developing our wholesale retail customers. Proven track record in sales and sales generation; ability to manage one’s own time, competing priorities, and multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to coordinate between sales, production, and shipping to ensure customer satisfaction.
Requirements: ability and willingness to embrace the Alabama Chanin origin story, our product and manufacturing processes. Desire to work independently within a close-knit team.
Please contact deborah [at] alabamachanin.com for more information or apply in person at 462 Lane Drive, Florence from 10:00am – 4:00pm daily.
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