SOURCING MANAGER - Fabric Development

$95,000 - $125,000/Yr

Executive Profiles - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Sourcing Manager - Fabric Development position is a pivotal role within a leading company specializing in active wear and performance wear. This role is based in New York City and offers a competitive salary range of $95,000 to $125,000 per year. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the entire fabric sourcing process, ensuring that the brand maintains its commitment to excellence and sustainability. The Sourcing Manager will leverage their expertise in sourcing, developing, and managing fabrics to contribute significantly to the success of the company's product lines, which are designed to deliver exceptional and sustainable lifestyle products to customers. In this role, the Sourcing Manager will collaborate closely with design and production teams to understand fabric requirements and assist in the development of new collections that embody the company's innovative and sustainable vision. The position requires conducting thorough research to stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and sustainable practices in fabric sourcing, aligning with the company's core values. The Sourcing Manager will also be responsible for fostering and maintaining strong relationships with existing fabric suppliers while actively seeking new opportunities to expand the network of sustainable and ethical suppliers. Additionally, the Sourcing Manager will ensure that all fabrics meet the company's high-quality standards by conducting inspections and tests as necessary to maintain product integrity. Managing fabric inventory, optimizing stock levels, and coordinating with relevant teams to ensure smooth production processes are also key responsibilities of this role. This position is ideal for a candidate who is passionate about innovation, sustainability, and promoting ethical practices within the fashion industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire fabric sourcing process, from identifying potential suppliers to negotiating contracts, ensuring the timely delivery of materials for production.
• Collaborate closely with design and production teams to understand fabric requirements and assist in the development of new collections that embody the company's innovative and sustainable vision.
• Conduct thorough research to stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and sustainable practices in fabric sourcing, aligning with the company's core values.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with existing fabric suppliers, while actively seeking new opportunities to expand the network of sustainable and ethical suppliers.
• Ensure that all fabrics meet the company's high-quality standards, conducting inspections and tests as necessary to maintain product integrity.
• Manage fabric inventory, optimizing stock levels, and coordinating with relevant teams to ensure smooth production processes.

Requirements

• 7 plus years of experience in fabric sourcing and management within the fashion industry, preferably for a company specializing in innovative and sustainable lifestyle products.
• Extensive knowledge of different fabric types, their properties, and their applications, with a focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing.
• Proven negotiation and contract management skills, demonstrating the ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards aligned with the company's values.
• Passion for innovation, sustainability, and promoting ethical practices within the fashion industry.