Trim and Fabric Developer- Midwest

Enjoy a team atmosphere where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. Our client has a strong brand presence and a flat organizational structure that will allow you to play an integral part in the development process.

Summary:

Responsible for creating and maintaining a company-wide resource center and being the resident expert relative to fabric, trim, material development and color.

Job Description:

• Responsible for organizing and tracking development of fabric, trim and various materials.
• Work with Operations to source and evaluate all materials and trims (greige goods selection, printing techniques, finishing options…)
• Set up and maintain fabric development calendars, support the fabric order process by keeping systems updated consistently and accurately
• Manage and organize each season’s fabric and trim development books by collection library
• Follow up with suppliers, factories, designers, and product development technicians throughout the development process: CAD development, strike offs, lab dips, etc…
• Support the fabric and trim approval process through communication with vendors
• Monitor testing process for fabrics and trim
• Set production standards for fabrication quality, printing, color and finish based on direction and knowledge of the collection
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance on quality related issues
• Attend fabric shows and trend seminars
• Research, compile and organize trend information relating to fabric, prints and product design for all pertinent categories
• Prepare boards, power points and various reports to present trend information.
• Provide organized trend information to meet needs of design managers
• Participate in evaluation of all product line concepts along with other Product Development team members

Qualifications:

• High school graduate. Bachelor’s degree in design or related field preferred.
• 3+ years experience in apparel (cut and sew) or fashion accessory industry preferred
• Knowledge of textiles, fibers, man-made materials, leather, accessory hardware and color, with thorough understanding of fabric constructions and printing techniques.
• Great eye for color and detail
• Understanding of sewing construction and properties
• Familiarity with design characteristics as well as production capabilities, requirements and limitations
• Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Flexible, adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast paced office environment

TO APPLY:

Send your resume with salary requirements to Sue at Midwest Personnel Resource, LLC:

e mail: sue@mpresource.com

phone: 262.681.3727

Please include Job Code MDM – MPR0311on all emails/faxes.