Fabric Merchandiser

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the selection of the most appropriate fabrics and suppliers (Location / Lead-time / Quality / Performance and Price)
• Manage time line execution on fabric developments
• Coordination on the availability of Sample Yardage
• Support maintenance fabric library for new collections, seasonal hangers & approved hangers
• To approve BASE Test reports for each fabric and issue NMR/TSA fabric reference code for base fabric (construction) / versions (coloration / Finish / Origin)
• Resolve / filter borderline performing fabrics prior to uploading into the material "Buy Ready" tool box
• Validate fabric RSL compliance
• Update and verify FULL fabric specification in Material Repository (which is input by mills / suppliers)
• Sense check ALL CARRY OVER fabrics for their continued physical and color fastness performance and RSL compliance

Job Requirements:

• High Diploma or above in Textile / fashion, Textile Chemistry or related discipline
• Possesses 8-10 years of relevant experience in functional fabrics (both knit and woven) is highly preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of textile production, fabric construction, functional performance properties, fiber, and yarn dyeing, all over printing and panel printing techniques and finishing processes
• Testing laboratory experience is preferable. Knowledge of RSL requirements.
• Strong communication skills in English (both spoken and written)
• Good computer skills
• Excellent team players
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

We offer a 5-days work, MPF, bank holiday and competitive remuneration package to the right candidates.

All information collected will be used for recruitment related purpose only and will be treated in strict confidence. Applicants who are not notified within 8 weeks may consider their application unsuccessful. All applications will be retained for maximum 6 months and will be destroyed.