Introduction to the PACT Team
At PACT our vision is to respect and restore a harmonious balance between what humans make and what the planet needs. Our mission is to create the most beautiful, high-performing, and climate-responsible materials at scale for fashion and beyond. We are a fast-growing team based in Cambridge that develops disruptive novel bio-based materials.
We help brands looking to incorporate more sustainable materials in their products, without compromising quality. Our material is made of collagen and is chemically comparable to real leather. We heavily invest in R&D and are backed by global venture investors to reach industrial-scale commercialization.
About the Role
In this role, you will be responsible for project management and coordination of all design-related activities. You will work closely with the business development and product development teams, providing a bridge between these functions and our customers and collaborators. You will work to understand our brand partner's design needs and help break these down into actionable projects for the product development team. You will also be responsible for working with our external prototyping partners, manufacturers, and overseeing any public-facing exhibits or events from a design perspective.
Core Responsibilities
Project Management: Oversee and coordinate all design-related activities. Keep projects on track, managing timelines, budgets, and resources with finesse.
Operate printing machines and other relevant equipment for creative sample development.
Product Development Assistance: Help in developing and managing samples and products.
External prototyping coordination: liaising with prototyping manufacturers and coordinating any materials sourcing, sample production, design input, logistics, and delivery of the prototypes. Act as the main point of contact for external parties, providing regular updates and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure that our work meets the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship, maintaining a keen eye for detail throughout the process.
Collaboration Facilitation: Act as a facilitator between business development, product development teams, and external partners like customers and collaborators.
Design Needs Analysis: Understand and break down brand partners' design needs into actionable projects for the product development team.
Event Oversight: Oversee public-facing exhibits and events from a design perspective.
Stay ahead of industry trends and best practices, bringing fresh ideas and perspectives to the table.
- Occasional travel in the UK and abroad to collaborator sites is required.
Technical Requirements
BA or MA in a relevant creative field is essential.
Must have at least 3-5 years of experience working in design project management and coordination.
Recognised project management qualification is highly desirable.
Excellent working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and project management software such as Asana is a must.
Experience working with luxury fashion, coated textiles, leather or any creative industry clients is highly desirable.
Ability to provide creative input into samples, product and project is highly desirable.
The successful candidate must, by the start of the employment, have permission to work in the UK. (PACT is a licenced sponsor for Skilled Worker Visa)
Personal Requirements
A passion for design and a keen eye for aesthetics, with a strong understanding of design principles and processes.
Proven experience managing creative projects in a fast-paced environment, with a track record of delivering high-quality work on time and on budget.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively to both internal teams and external clients.
A collaborative spirit and a knack for building strong relationships with team members, clients, and stakeholders.
Highly organised with exceptional project management skills, able to juggle multiple priorities without breaking a sweat.
A creative problem-solver who thrives in ambiguity and isn't afraid to take risks.
A desire to do something that has a posive impact on both people and he environment.
Our Values
Positively inquisitive: At our core we are researchers, engineers, creators and dreamers, working together to make an impact on humans and the planet. The only way to achieve this is by consistently challenging our own expectations, we want to look beyond what most think is possible and discover new ways to achieve our goal.
Committed to excellence: We believe that the benchmark for excellence is forever changing and evolving. Not compromising on quality and aesthetics makes our company grow and develop - with the goal of being leaders in what we do.
Compassionate to human and earth: Being compassionate to our planet Earth is why we exist. For our own teams and for our clients, we want to be open, accepting, understanding and reliable. Great work happens when people feel accepted and heard, we strive to create environments where anybody can express their own thoughts and opinions, and feel comfortable enough to challenge processes when needed
Transparent and accountable: As a brand, we refuse to engage in 'greenwashing' practices by using sustainability solely as a marketing tool. Instead, we prioritise transparency and integrity by openly sharing our processes and production methods. By avoiding any deceptive tactics or irrelevant information, we aim to differentiate ourselves from other companies in the industry and remain committed to our mission of making a positive impact on the planet.
Sense of urgency: As compassionate humans, we feel the urge to act quickly to find a scalable solution to combat the climate crisis. As an early-stage start-up, we are racing with ourselves - the faster we achieve our milestones, the quicker we unlock further growth opportunities.
Benefits
Competitive salary subject to experience.
Relocation allowance.
We have a wide range of selectable benefits including Private health and dental insurance, group life assurance, and enhanced employer pension contribution.
Working with a dynamic team of chemists, scientists, and engineers passionate about the application of biomaterial in the fashion industry.
Salary
£30k to £40k dependant on experience
Interested in biomaterial to accelerate sustainable fashion? Please send your application with a CV and brief cover letter to the Chief of Staff, Mr Richard Hardy at recruitment@pact.earth.
We are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunities and will take positive action to continually ensure equal opportunity for our employees and our applicants in the conduct of all business activities.