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Joanna Martyn

Textile Project Manager
About

Passionate about luxury craftsmanship and premium materials, I have built my career at the intersection of textile expertise, international business and luxury product environments. Through my experience at Lelièvre Paris and Malhia Kent, I collaborated with international clients, participated in leading textile trade fairs in Paris, New York and Los Angeles, and developed an in-depth understanding of luxury fabrics, supplier ecosystems and market trends. With an international background and multilingual communication skills, I am passionate about driving innovation through Material Sourcing, Raw Materials Development, and Product Development, combining creativity, craftsmanship, and expertise to support excellence in luxury. Core expertise • Luxury Textiles • Material Sourcing • Product Development • Trend Research • International Markets • Luxury Craftsmanship

Previous Brands
Lelièvre Paris
Malhia Kent
Numéro Magazine
Jean Louis David France
GALERIES LAFAYETTE CHAMPS ELYSEES
Flolove Paris
Kancaria Notarialna Anna Rączkowska Elżbieta Rączkowska-Martyn S.C.
Work Experience
Textile Project Manager
May ‘25 - Now
Lelièvre Paris

- Developed international business relationships with architects, interior designers and luxury hospitality clients across Europe and overseas. - Promoted high-end fabrics and wallcoverings while developing in-depth expertise in luxury materials, textile craftsmanship and product specifications. - Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support product developement. - Built strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality standards. - Contributed to the promotion of French savoir-faire within the international luxury interiors market. Key Achievements - Strengthened expertise in luxury textiles, premium materials. - Developed an international understanding of luxury markets through client interactions. - Worked in a fast-paced luxury environment requiring attention to detail, product knowledge and high service standards.

Export Project Assistant
Aug ‘24 - Apr ‘25
Lelièvre Paris

- Gestion et suivi des projets en lien avec les prescripteurs, bureaux d’études et architectes - Suivi des prescriptions internationales émanant des filiales et des agents/distributeurs - Gestion des appels d'offre, information auprès des intervenants de l'avancée des projets, prise de commandes et livraison. - Demande de commissions si nécessaire - Gestion et suivi des commandes en collaborant avec les différents services (créa, showroom,achats, comptabilité…) - Proposer et gérer les demandes pour toutes les familles de produits : tissus, produits finis, papiers peints, tapis … - Suggérer et suivre des développements de tissus spéciaux à la demande des clients - Recueillir et diffuser les informations relatives aux projets à tous les commerciaux et assistantes ADV - Répondre à toutes les demandes internes et externes concernant les projets - Etablissement des devis et proforma - Saisie des commandes et suivi - Assurer un service client de qualité - Gestion des réclamations clients et demandes d’avoirs - Vérification de la bonne expédition et réception des commandes auprès des clients

Textile Export Account Manager
Mar ‘22 - Jul ‘24
Malhia Kent

- Managed the end-to-end development of woven fabrics for international luxury and premium fashion clients. - Coordinated fabric developments from concept to bulk production, ensuring quality, lead times, and commercial objectives were achieved. - Sourced and developed new fabrics in close collaboration with mills, production teams, and international suppliers. - Negotiated pricing, MOQ, production timelines, and delivery schedules with manufacturing partners. - Oversaw order management, including sampling, production launches, invoicing, and shipment coordination. - Created technical specifications and ensured product compliance throughout the development process. - Conducted fabric quality inspections and approved bulk production before delivery. - Managed sample development, lab dips, handlooms, and prototype submissions. - Collaborated with international sales agents across United States, UK, Asia and Australia to support business development. - Represented the company at leading textile trade fairs in Paris, New York, and Los Angeles, identifying market trends and new business opportunities. Key Skills: • Fabric Sourcing • Fabric Development • Textile Product Development • Luxury Fashion • Material Innovation • Quality Control • Price Negotiation • Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) • International Supply Chain

Stylist Assistant
Apr ‘21 - Apr ‘21
Numéro Magazine

Stylist Assistant
Jan ‘20 - Jan ‘20
Jean Louis David France

Luxury Retail & Client Experience Coordinator
Feb ‘19 - Feb ‘22
GALERIES LAFAYETTE CHAMPS ELYSEES

Luxury Industry Training - Completed an intensive luxury retail and fashion programme in partnership with the Institut Français de la Mode (IFM). - Developed expertise in fashion trend analysis, luxury brand positioning, consumer profiling, and cross-cultural client expectations (Asia & USA). - Gained in-depth knowledge of leather goods, raw material sourcing, exotic skins, footwear design, manufacturing processes, and craftsmanship. - Participated in product presentations and brand immersions with leading luxury Houses including Saint Laurent, Moynat, Pierre Hardy, Maison Michel, Yves Salomon, and Fauré Le Page. - Received specialist training in luxury concierge services and ultra-high-net-worth client experience at Hôtel Plaza Athénée. Key Responsibilities - Coordinated stock management and logistics for luxury women's ready-to-wear brands. - Managed cross-functional projects and developed operational tools to improve workflow and client service. - Organised exclusive VIP appointments and personalised shopping experiences in private salons. - Delivered high-end styling advice and drove cross-selling across fashion, leather goods, jewellery, beauty, and gourmet departments. - Developed client engagement and loyalty initiatives, including personalised gifting strategies and exclusive event coordination. - Built strong relationships with international luxury clients, delivering exceptional service aligned with luxury retail standards.

Social Media Manager
Oct ‘18 - Nov ‘18
Flolove Paris

Assistante Notaire
Jun ‘14 - Aug ‘14
Kancaria Notarialna Anna Rączkowska Elżbieta Rączkowska-Martyn S.C.

Languages
Polish - Native
English - Fluent
French - Fluent
Italian - Work Proficiency
Spanish - Basic
References
Aris Arakelian
Direct manager - Sales Director, MALHIA KENT
Mar 2022 -

Joanna, is a great personn, highly professional and knows how to adapt to situation and she is a quite fast learner. She is the type of personn any manager would like to have onboarded in the team !! Serious, efficient, and team player those are the words that personify Joanna

Education & Training
LVMH
‘22 - ‘22
Inside LVMH Certificate
Creation&Branding, Operation&Supply Chain
Scuola Parola
‘21 - ‘21
Il corso di italiano
SGH Warsaw School of Economics
‘16 - ‘18
Master's degree
International Costume & Fashion Design School
‘16 - ‘16
Marketing and Brand Strategy for Fashion Designers
ESCE
‘15 - ‘15
Luxury Academy
SGH Warsaw School of Economics
‘13 - ‘16
Bachelor’s Degree
Paris, France