SAINT LAURENT - Fabric Buying Specialist WRTW (M / W)

Yves Saint Laurent SAS; Paris; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading luxury fashion brand in Paris is seeking a fabric coordinator to oversee fabric needs for their collections. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in fabric development or sourcing and possess strong technical knowledge of fabrics and dyeing processes. This full-time role involves coordinating with design and production teams, managing fabric testing, and maintaining inventory records.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in fabric development or sourcing.
• Experience managing fabric treatments like washing and dyeing.
• Ability to oversee sampling and prototyping processes.

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with design teams to understand fabric needs for collections.
• Coordinate with internal teams to manage fabric treatments.
• Organize and track fabric testing with the Quality team.

Connaissances

Technical knowledge of fabrics

Project coordination skills

Data tracking and documentation

Communication skills

Formation

Background in textile or fashion production

Description du poste

Description

Within the team of «Development & Purchasing», you will take part on the coordination of the fabrics for some of our collections. You will also collaborate closely with R&D, Design, Production teams to ensure that our fabric needs are met efficiently and effectively.

MISSIONS

Collaborate with design teamsto understand fabric needs for upcoming collections.

Coordinate with internal teamsto manage fabric treatments like washing and dyeing, ensuring alignment with design and performance goals.

Oversee sampling and prototypingto ensure accurate representation of final products.

Maintain strong communicationbetween Fabric Development, Fabric Buying, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality control.

Organize and track fabric testingwith the Quality team to ensure compliance with standards.

Manage dyeing processes, prepare production files, and monitor progress.

Track and document fabric-specific details(e.g., fragilities, modifications, in-house treatments) and share insights with relevant teams.

Lead material industrialization, including pilot launches and preparation of approval files for the Studio.

Monitor fabric inventory and usage, coordinating with production and purchasing to optimize stock levels.

Maintain up-to-date recordson fabric specs, sourcing, pricing, and availability, and act as the main contact for color and material-related queries.

PROFILE

Background in textile or fashion production, with 3–5 years of experience in fabric development or sourcing.

Strongtechnical knowledge of fabrics, dyeing, washing, and testing processes.

Skilled inproject coordination, from sampling to industrialization and supplier follow-up.

Proficient indata tracking and documentation(e.g., fabric specs, inventory, pricing).

Excellentcommunication and teamwork skillsacross design, production, and quality teams.

Detail-oriented, organized, and able to managemultiple prioritiesin a fast-paced environment.

Saint Laurent is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

Job Type

Regular

Start Date

2025-09-15

Schedule

Full time

Organization

Yves Saint Laurent SAS