Fabric Manager(For garment exports only)

Job Title: Fabric Manager – Fabric Sourcing

Department: Fabric / SourcingLocation: B-7, Sector-65, Noida

Salary- Upto 1 lacExperience: 10-15 years in fabric sourcing, preferably in the garment exports industry

Job Purpose

To source and develop fabrics as per buyer requirements while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality standards, timely delivery, and compliance with buyer specifications and organizational standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Fabric Sourcing & Development

· Identify and develop reliable suppliers (mills, agents) for woven, knitted, and specialty fabrics.

· Understand buyer tech packs/specs and source appropriate fabric qualities accordingly.

· Coordinate with suppliers for fabric development (lab dips, handlooms, strike-offs, etc.).

· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fabric trends, innovations, and sustainability options.

2. Price & Lead Time Negotiation

· Obtain fabric prices, MOQs, lead times, and payment terms.

· Negotiate the best possible rates and delivery timelines without compromising on quality.

3. Fabric Quality Management

· Evaluate and approve fabrics based on physical parameters, aesthetics, and buyer requirements.

· Identify fabric defects (weaving issues, colour shading, GSM variations, etc.) and work with vendors to resolve.

· Coordinate with internal quality and testing teams for test reports (shrinkage, GSM, pilling, colourfastness, etc.).

4. Vendor Management & Documentation

· Maintain an updated vendor database with performance records.

· Ensure timely fabric deliveries as per the production plan.

· Maintain records of sampling, developments, and approvals from buyers.

5. Coordination & Communication

· Coordinate with the merchandising and production teams to plan fabric requirements.

· Ensure fabric booking aligns with the production calendar and delivery deadlines.

· Communicate regularly with suppliers for production follow-up and status tracking.

Key Requirements

· Strong understanding of fabric types (woven, knit, denim, synthetic, blends, etc.)

· Knowledge of fabric testing and defect identification (infections, shade, GSM, etc.)

· Familiarity with compliance requirements and sustainable fabrics (if applicable).

· Proficiency in Excel, Email, and sourcing software (ERP knowledge preferred).

· Good negotiation, coordination, and communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹70,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person