Raw Materials Coordinator

Requirements

• Initiate, monitor, and ensure valid cost/performance-correct raw material development through collaboration with design/product development/sourcing/Hong Kong materials teams, external mills/factories, and while adhering to sustainable material criteria.
• Support Material Development of key categories. Showcase new and exciting material and technology platforms. Advocate for sustainability, innovation, and creativity in the pursuit of proactive product development and consumer centric material solutions.
• Facilitate timely testing of raw materials via third-party labs, working with the Materials team to certify that all material quality requirements are met.
• Confirm the availability of materials and assist in tracking all material sample requests for development and meetings.
• Assist with maintaining PLM material data integrity including material specs, test reports, supplier data, and color execution.
• Attend and participate in select fabric appointments, attend presentations, and concept meetings when necessary.
• Assist with material lab dip approval process, including reviewing and commenting on submits, professionally communicating with mills/factories, maintaining up-to-date status in PLM. Organize color standards and color submits in color lab.
• Support sustainability initiatives through research and knowledge sharing, staying informed about industry trends and best practices.
• Assist in research of material trends and new innovations to identify business opportunities and needs.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Life/Vision
• 401(k)
• Educational support
• Paid Volunteerism program
• Fitness club discounts
• Onsite health & wellness programs
• Generous employee discounts
• Business casual work environment
• Challenging work environment
• Exciting career growth opportunities