Fabric R&D Assistant

EMINENT, INC.•Los Angeles, CA

43d•$18 - $21

About The Position

The Fabric R&D Assistant will utilize his or her exceptional organizational skills to support the Fabric Research and Development team. He or she will comprehend the fabric development process and complete administrative tasks as needed. This is a permanent full time role for a candidate who can ensure data entry accuracy, communicate effectively and has strong organization skills that will thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Requirements

1+ year experience working in a similar role
Experience with data entry
Excellent computer skills including Excel and Google Docs
Strong sense of urgency
Enthusiastic willingness to learn
Positive and dependable attitude
Confidence to speak up and ask questions
Works well in a fast paced, ever-changing environment - strong multi-tasking skills
Effective time management and ability to stay organized
Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 10 lbs., perform frequent repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions, as well as bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

Degree in Fashion, Product Development or similar field
Experience with fabrics

Responsibilities

Quarterly WIP maintenance, ensuring all fabric data is up to date and in correct format
Assist R&D Manager/Associates to input fabric information into PLM
Assist the R&D Manager/Associates with internal and external communication and follow up
Hold/order and track sample yardage
Assist R&D Manager/Associates by setting up binders for each brand/each season
Assist with taking pictures, uploading and renaming files of fabric hangers
Work with cross functional teams to prepare for for buy meetings
Help track incoming sourcing/counter sourcing/submit packages
Organize physical fabric library and assist in maintaining the library
Complete ad-hoc tasks and assignments as directed by management