/ Responsibilities Job Profile Daily communication with key vendors, developing capabilities & product
The ideal applicant will be hands-on and have a proven track record in fabric buying, fabric technology or raw materials for a luxury fashion brand involving sourcing, development and buying materials for sampling
Sourcing, development and purchasing of sampling fabrics and accessories for ready-to-wear collections
Negotiate bulk prices with the suppliers
Submit, chase and sign off lab dips for sampling
Send new fabric development requests to overseas offices and follow up on new fabric development and SSY status
Create and maintain a vendor base strategy management to build mill fabric and leather vendor matrix (shared w/ director and HK team)
Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
Ability to build, develop and maintain effective working relationships with members of cross-functional teams
Knowledge of raw material constructions, finishing and dyeing process
Excellent Excel skills
Conduct seasonal research on raw materials by attending fabric shows, mill visits, vendor visits, market research and using existing materials in the physical fabric library as needed
Communicate and influence design and merchandising to align with fabric and sourcing strategies set by Product Development and Production leadership teams
Meet with Brands key global fabric suppliers to gain clear understanding of future developments and competitive sourcing of fabrics
Ensure all fabrics meet our QC requirements within appropriate timelines ensuring on time booking
Provide seasonal trend direction to design while meeting costing parameters
Desired profile of the candidate
Excellent Excel skills
Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of raw material constructions, finishing and dyeing process
Negotiation of bulk prices
Experience5+ years
Employement Category:
Employement Type: Full timeIndustry: Textile / Garments / Fashion Role Category: Merchandising / Sourcing Functional Area: Not ApplicableRole/Responsibilies: Fabric Sourcing Manager