Fabric Manager - Ladieswear

Li & Fung•New York, NY

4d•$100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Fabric Manager for Ladieswear to oversee the selection, procurement, and management of fabrics for our women's clothing line. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in textiles, a keen sense of fashion trends, and excellent management skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Fashion Design, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in fabric management or sourcing, preferably in ladieswear.
Strong knowledge of fabrics, textiles, and production processes.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for fashion and a keen eye for emerging trends.

Responsibilities

Fabric Selection: Research and identify new fabric trends and suppliers.
Evaluate fabric selections and provide guidance based on quality, cost, and sustainability.
Elevate the fabric submits for our Ladieswear accounts.
Regularly visit fabric shows to ensure they are reporting on the most up to date fabric trends.
Supplier Management: Establish and maintain relationships with fabric suppliers.
Responsible for getting all pricing and ensure competitive sourcing.
Fabric Library Management: Develop and maintain a comprehensive fabric library to support customer requests.
Ensure the library is organized and easily accessible for design and production teams.
Collaboration: Work closely with design and production teams to understand fabric needs.
Provide insights on fabric capabilities and limitations to enhance design processes.
Fully manage all deadlines related to fabric submits to customers as well as securing sampling yardage.
Closely collaborate with all the ‘in country’ fabric managers to ensure they are aligned with requests and are able to submit most relevant fabrications.
Trend Analysis: Stay updated on fashion trends and consumer preferences in ladieswear.
Present seasonal recommendations to design and merchandising teams.