Associate Manager, Fabric R&D
Associate Manager, Fabric R&D
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About us
Our founder Lena Bryant didnt set out to change fashion forever but thats exactly what she did. 120 years later Lane Bryant remains the iconic plus-size brand. Empowering women is kind of our thing. Our inclusive community of customers and associates champions the acceptance of all sizes shapes and people. If you believe in the power of clothes to create confidence and empower self-expression youll be at home here.About the role
The Associate Fabric R&D Manager is responsible for the Fabric research and development and standardization of development and bulk production. This position is required to work closely with fabric mills and suppliers as well as internal Sourcing and Design teams.
The impact you can have
Support Design/Merchandising/ Sourcing partners to prepare seasonal collection to meet customer needs and brand targets
Communicate effectively and efficiently with suppliers and ensure sample yardage is ordered to utilize for sampling
Manage fabric library of R&D selections and standardized samples from seasonal developments along with regional duplications or alternatives
Understand brands material and garment testing requirements and manage seasonal risk assessments with brands
Partner with Sourcing/Merchandise team by providing technical expertise to help with costing or production flexibility/capability
Proactively identify and suggest solutions to Merchant/Design on fabric issues
Youll bring to the role
Bachelors Degree in Textiles (or related area) or equivalent work experience
3 years of Fabric R&D and technical experience in the apparel trade
Experience with intimate apparel swim apparel and/or athletic apparel preferred
Passion for innovation creative thinking and sustainability
Ability to provide seasonal trend analysis
Experience working directly with international fabric mills and regional offices or agencies
Proficient in Microsoft Applications Google Docs & Flex PLM
Benefits at KnitWell Group
You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands subject to each brands discount policies.
Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands
A culture of giving back local volunteer opportunities annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations and philanthropic activities to support our communities*
Medical dental vision insurance & 401(K) retirement*
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Time off paid time off & holidays*
*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications relevant experience and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.
Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.
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Location:
LB OH Corp Office-LaneBryant-New Albany OH 43054Position Type:
Regular/Full timeEqual Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidates qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy) race color national origin religion age disability genetic information military status sexual orientation gender identity or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process please contact The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Companys business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicants request for reasonable accommodation.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
