Manager - Fabric Sourcing

Key Responsibilities:

• Fabric Sourcing & Development:

• Identify and source knit fabrics from both domestic and international suppliers, ensuring alignment with buyer specifications.
• Collaborate with the sampling department to develop new fabric qualities based on tech packs and seasonal trends.
• Engage in fabric development for various knit, woven, and non-woven materials with local mills .

• Vendor Management:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with fabric suppliers and mills.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality.
• Develop a network of backup suppliers to mitigate risks associated with delivery delays or quality issues.

• Production Oversight:

• Monitor the daily production output from weaving, knitting, dyeing, and printing mills.
• Coordinate with the washing department for special finishes, hand feel, and aesthetic dry processing.
• Ensure timely procurement to avoid production delays.

• Quality Assurance:

• Implement and maintain quality control procedures.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of production facilities.
• Address any quality issues with suppliers and implement corrective actions .

• Documentation & Compliance:

• Manage all documentation work including Purchase Order (PO) raising, supplier payments, and transporter follow-ups.
• Ensure suppliers comply with company policies and industry standards, including sustainability and ethical practices .

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Textile Technology or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fabric sourcing and production management within the apparel industry, with a focus on knits.
• Strong understanding of knit fabric properties, garment construction, and production processes.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in using tools for production planning and tracking.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Immediate Joiners added advatage

Preferred Skills

• Experience in fabric development and innovation.
• Familiarity with sustainable sourcing practices.
• Ability to analyse market trends and adapt sourcing strategies accordingly.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.