Fabric Sourcing Technician
Fabric Sourcing Technician
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06-07-2025
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06-07-2025
Job Description
American Tall is a thriving e-commerce brand dedicated to producing world-class quality clothing for tall men and women up to 71. Founded by a father and son duo in 2015 the business has grown to a level that seemed almost unimaginable just a few years ago and is now a leading brand in the tall community. The growth can be attributed to the excellent leadership team and family values that drive the business respect passion support and empowerment.
We believe the best ideas come from a diverse group of people. This is a special opportunity to join an innovative business with tremendous upside and a work culture built on the foundation of respect inclusiveness and continued learning.
American Tall is seeking a detail-oriented Fabric Sourcing Technician to support our growing sourcing and product development teams. This role will play a key part in streamlining workflows by managing fabric and vendor sourcing tasks helping reduce delays and increase efficiency across departments.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Coordinate fabric-related activities including sourcing development sampling base testing lab-dip/strike-off/handloom approvals bulk testing fabric appearance and handle assessments color pre-approvals bulk fabric approvals involvement and guidance on garment washing and dyeing.
- Identify and evaluate vendors based on quality cost lead time and technical capabilities.
- Arrange pre-season lab-dip/strike-off/handloom for approved fabrics in partnership with other design and merchandising team members to ensure consistency and efficiency.
- Conduct risk assessments in partnership with quality team during fabric development and provide recommendations to vendors and internal teams to mitigate potential issues.
- Assess test reports from both in-house vendor labs and third-party testing facilities ensuring follow-ups and corrective actions for underperforming fabrics.
- Review and analyze vendor performance in partnership with quality and production teams considering product/fabric quality stakeholder and customer feedback and third-party fabric testing results.
- Establish and maintain structured documentation for fabric specifications approvals and performance tracking.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams including design merchandisers sourcing product development and production to enhance fabric selection and quality.
- Create and maintain fabric library in physical and digital format.
Experience Education and Designations
- A relevant post-secondary education preferred.
- 5 years of experience in fabric sourcing development or technical fabric management within the apparel industry.
- 3 years experience actively working with PLM systems.
- Experience with cross functional teams such as design merchandising sourcing product development production and 3rd party vendors.
Knowledge Skills and Attributes
- Strong knowledge of woven and knit fabric construction testing standards dyeing finishing and garment treatments.
- Experience working with vendors in key sourcing regions including Bangladesh India China and elsewhere.
- Proficient in analyzing test reports and implementing corrective action plans.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Strong computer skills are required; including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; Word Excel and Outlook.
- Strong Knowledge of product development planning fundamentals.
- Knowledge of the e-commerce and/or retail space.
- Ability to handle a dynamic work environment with competing priorities.
- Demonstrated project management skills.
- Strong time management skills to meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to interact and work collaboratively cross-functionally and within different verticals.
- Excellent English communication skills written and verbal.
- Consistently exhibit American Talls values - innovation respect passion and commitment.
- Must have a positive team-player attitude.
- Travel may come up but very seldom (sourcing shows)
Why Join Us
At American Tall we take care of our employees and strive to create an environment where you can flourish. When you join our team youll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your personal and professional development.
Healthy Lunch Program (onsite only): Enjoy delicious and nutritious meals curated by our personal chef promoting a healthy lifestyle. Meals are $2 a day and all proceeds go to charity. Vegan and gluten free options are available.
Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work and dedication are rewarded with an annual bonus reflecting your contributions to our success.
RRSP Matching: Plan for your future with our RRSP matching program helping you build your retirement savings.
Health Benefits: We offer comprehensive health benefits for both single employees and
families ensuring you and your loved ones are well taken care of.
Tuition Reimbursement Program: We support professional development. We will reimburse up to $1000 a year for courses taken outside of work to further develop your skills.
Generous Vacation Package: We value work-life balance and offer a generous vacation package complete with additional gifted days off to give you the time off you deserve.
Professional Headshots: Start your journey with us on the right foot! All new hires on site are invited to receive a professional photoshoot to capture their best side.
Community Engagement: We are committed to giving back. Our lunch program supports philanthropic initiatives that benefit the community.
Office Celebrations & Social Events: Experience the joy of working in a vibrant environment with regular office celebrations and in-person socials to connect with your colleagues.
Flexible Work Hours: We understand the importance of flexibility and offer work hours that can accommodate your personal schedule when needed.
Referral Program: Help us grow our team! Receive rewards through our referral program when you bring in great talent.
Employee Discounts: Enjoy a 50% discount on our entire online collection.
Accommodations and Accessibility:
American Tall provides employment accommodation during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation please indicate this on your application and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions suggestions or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format please contact us
Inclusion:
At American Tall we are committed to building an environment where everyone feels included valued and heard. Diversity inclusion and belonging are an important part of our everyday work and it is our belief that they enable us to reach our goal of providing excellent quality and care in our products. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples racialized people people with disabilities people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
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