Founded in 2009, CLO Virtual Fashion is committed to innovating how we communicate fashion through our true-to-life 3D garment simulation technology. Our solutions and services connect all teams involved in the product life cycle, enabling more direct collaboration and reduced lead time while maintaining the intricacies of garment design. We envision our garment simulation technology becoming not only the tool to create virtual garments but also the platform to provide valuable data about garments, designs, and trends by virtualizing every garment on Earth.We currently have 13 offices located in 11 countries across North America, Asia, Europe, and South America, and we continue to expand to serve our users around the globe. We gather talents from all over the world with diverse profiles and expertise. We are tight-knit, dynamic, local teams that work in a global collaborative environment.Our company and the markets that we cater to are in constant evolution, which makes a day at CLO Virtual Fashion never the same!The roleAs an Academic Lead at CLO Virtual Fashion, main responsibilities range from software licensing to presenting the company's vision and products to potential clients, spearheading the implementation, managing sales records and invoicing, arranging project timelines, and offering software support and training clients in your region.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to)Managing license acquisition and renewal processDeliver inspiring presentations to academic institutions of all sizes with the relevant reference manuals and user reportsTrain new and existing academic users on-site and off-site, fostering proficiency in our solutions.Guide academic clients in their 3D implementation strategyProvide technical support for CLO and CLO-SET, ensuring high user satisfactionManage sales pipeline, client conversations, and onboarding projects for academic usersResearch market trends in academia and the apparel industryIdentify challenges and collaborate with other teams to develop solutionsServe as a liaison with global CLO offices to connect users worldwideCollaborate with software developers and UX designers to propose innovative features and improvements based on user feedback and beta testing of the latest releaseRequirement2-3 years of work experience in academia, fashion or tech industry with knowledge of garment construction and operations managementStrong base in CLO software and knowledge of CONNECT and CLO-SETCritical thinking and creative strategizingKnowledge of the apparel industry's supply chainKnowledge in the Adobe Suite (especially Photoshop & Illustrator)Good professional writing, presentation, and public speaking skillsCustomer focusedMust be fluent in English & SpanishWillingness to travelMust be a European citizen or have a working/residential visa for the EUDesirable Soft SkillsBe user-focusedResourceful - with a can-do attitude, takes initiative and is self-drivenTeam player with a great ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentStrong organization and prioritization skillsPositive and enthusiastic attitude with a desire to invest in long-termTech-savvy and interested in new technologies related to 3D and the apparel and textile industry.Plus if you haveKnowledge of other 2D CAD software (Modaris, Gerber, Optitex, etc.) and other 3D software (Blender, Rhino, 3dsMax, etc.)BenefitsWFH AllowanceRefresh month after 5 years of ancestry in the company1 week extra holidays between Christmas and New YearsDB Deutschland Ticket
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