Fabric Manager - Fast Fashion Brand

Shanghai Permanent View Job Description
You will be responsible for managing all aspects of fabric sourcing, selection, negotiations, and quality control to meet the business's fast-paced demands and maintain our brand's reputation for excellence.
  • play a crucial role in ensuring the timely sourcing, development, and delivery
  • managing all aspects of fabric sourcing

About Our Client

Fast fashion trading business with clients of Tier 1 and 2 brands

Strong in Fast fashion garment

Job Description

Fabric Sourcing: Identify and establish relationships with reliable fabric suppliers globally to ensure a diverse and competitive sourcing network.

Trend Research: Stay abreast of the fabric trends, innovations, and developments in the fashion industry to inform fabric selection and development decisions.

Cost Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, minimums, and lead times with suppliers to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of fabrics without compromising quality.

Quality Control: Implement and oversee rigorous quality control processes to assess fabric quality, consistency, and performance to meet brand standards.

Fabric Development: Collaborate with design and production teams to develop new fabrics, finishes, and treatments that align with design concepts and meet production requirements.

Inventory Management: Monitor fabric inventory levels, identify potential shortages or excess, and work with suppliers and internal teams to optimize inventory management.

Compliance: Ensure that all fabrics meet relevant regulatory and compliance standards for safety, sustainability, and ethical sourcing.

Supplier Relationship Management: Cultivate strong relationships with fabric suppliers to foster collaboration, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement in product quality and delivery.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's degree in Textile/Fashion Design, Merchandising, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Proven experience in fabric sourcing, development, and management within the fashion industry, preferably in a fast fashion or similar environment.

Strong knowledge of different fabric types, properties, and manufacturing processes.

Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Familiarity with industry trends, sustainability practices, and compliance regulations.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software for data analysis and reporting.

What's on Offer

Join our team and be at the forefront of driving fabric innovation and excellence in the fast fashion industry!

Contact
Bella Wei
Quote job ref
JN-052024-6428454
Phone number
+86 21 6122 2646

Job summary

Function
Retail & Sourcing
Specialisation
Production/Sourcing
What is your area of specialisation?
Retail
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Bella Wei
Consultant phone
+86 21 6122 2646
Job Reference
JN-052024-6428454

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.