Developer, Material Sourcing

ABOUT YOUR ROLE:

Support growth and profitability as a material sourcing expert. Execute professional material development and commercialization to transition from development to bulk in coordination with the product calendar.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

Include but not limited to

• Manage the material development to bulk production process for the business, working with key business partners in overseas headquarter and other sourcing team.
• Ensure all material development activities (including lab dips, strike offs, salesman samples) are followed strictly to the calendar, working with relevant stakeholders throughout the process.
• Provide knowledge and guidance on materials to the business teams.
• Solid experience to deal with offshore vendors and proactively to communicate with them for all fabric and/or trim development follow up, including all required testing.
• Proactively work with fabric and/or trim suppliers and business partner for solution of potential quality issues.
• Prepare supplier performance reports to manage business expectations and product delivery.
• Collect & manage the details and documents (including sample invoices & GRS certification) for seasonal reports.
• Proactive in price negotiation and sourcing of suppliers to meet requirements, conduct cost analysis.
• Participate in and help drive process improvements.

WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:

Competency requirements:

• Sound knowledge and experience handling fabric and/or trim materials (woven & knit).
• Able to review product and suggest alternative options for costing and technical purposes.
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, in English and Spanish.
• Strong multitasker that can handle a wide scope on tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work under pressure and be focused.
• Extremely well organized with a keen eye for detail.
• Competent in managing relationships with suppliers and internal business partners.

Skill Requirements:

• At least 3 years’ experience, preferable in textiles/fashion/consumer goods.
• Intermediate-advanced user of Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel (pivot tables, etc).