Job Title: Fabric Manager - Textile & Apparel - Home TextilesReport - Executive director Job Summary:We're seeking an experienced Fabric Manager to join our team in the home textile industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in textile technology, fabric sourcing, and supply chain management. The Fabric Manager will be responsible for managing the fabric sourcing process, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality fabrics.Key Responsibilities:- Fabric Sourcing: Source and develop relationships with fabric suppliers, ensuring a consistent supply of high-quality fabrics.- Fabric Development: Collaborate with design teams to develop new fabric designs, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer requirements.- Costing and Negotiation: Negotiate prices with fabric suppliers, ensuring cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.- Quality Control: Monitor and ensure quality standards are met throughout the fabric sourcing process.- Inventory Management: Manage fabric inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock levels and minimizing waste.- Supply Chain Management: Collaborate with logistics teams to ensure timely and efficient delivery of fabrics.- Reporting and Analysis: Provide regular reports and analysis on fabric sourcing, inventory levels, and market trends.Requirements:- Education: Bachelor's degree in Textile Technology, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in fabric sourcing, textile technology, or a related field.- Skills: Strong knowledge of textile technology, fabric sourcing, and supply chain management. Excellent communication and negotiation skills.Desirable Qualities:- Leadership: Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams.- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues and develop effective solutions.- Time Management: Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.Technical Skills:- Textile Knowledge: Strong knowledge of textile fibers, yarns, fabrics, and finishing processes.- Fabric Testing: Familiarity with fabric testing methods, including strength, durability, and colorfastness.- Supply Chain Software: Proficiency in supply chain management software, including inventory management and logistics tracking.

Job Title: Senior Merchandiser - Home TextilesReport : Executive Director Job Summary:We're seeking an experienced Senior Merchandiser to join our team in the home textile industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in textile knowledge, costing, and negotiation skills. The Senior Merchandiser will be responsible for managing the merchandising process from order execution to dispatch, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality products.Key Responsibilities:- Textile Knowledge: Develop and maintain expertise in home textiles, including fabric types, weaving, and finishing processes .- Communication: Communicate effectively with buyers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth order execution.- Costing and Negotiation: Negotiate prices with suppliers, ensuring cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.- Sampling and Product Development: Oversee the sampling process, ensuring timely and accurate development of products.- Production Planning: Plan and coordinate production with internal teams, ensuring timely delivery of products.- Quality Control: Monitor and ensure quality standards are met throughout the production process.- Reporting and Analysis: Provide regular reports and analysis on production, sales, and market trends.Requirements:- Education: Bachelor's degree in Textile Technology, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in merchandising, preferably in the home textile industry.- Skills: Strong textile knowledge, negotiation skills, communication skills, and analytical skills.Desirable Qualities:- Leadership: Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams.- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues and develop effective solutions.- Time Management: Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.