Fabric Developer & Buyer

STUDIO NICHOLSON; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail apparel and fashion is seeking a Fabric Developer & Buyer to ensure fabric choices align with their brand's commitment to quality and sustainability. The role involves sourcing fabrics, managing development processes, and collaborating with designers, making it essential for enhancing their product lines. This mid-senior level position offers a fantastic opportunity to work closely with industry leaders while driving innovation in fabric development.

Benefits

Opportunity for career growth

Work with industry-leading creatives

Focus on fabric innovation

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in fabric development with luxury brands.
• Strong knowledge of fabric construction and finishing techniques.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Source and develop fabrics from Italian, British, and Japanese mills.
• Manage the fabric development lifecycle from sampling to production.
• Collaborate with designers to create high-quality fabrics.

Skills

Fabric Construction

Textile Innovation

Sustainable Sourcing

Supplier Relationships

Organizational Skills

Tools

Zedonk

Job description

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Studio Nicholson is seeking an experienced Fabric Developer & Buyer to join our London-based team. This role is integral to our commitment to creating garments that embody longevity, adaptability, and refined elegance. Working closely with our design, product development, and production teams, the Fabric Developer will ensure that our fabric choices align with our brand’s philosophy, aesthetic, and positioning, contributing directly to the DNA of the brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and develop fabrics and trims, with a focus on Italian, British, and Japanese mills

• Manage the fabric development lifecycle, from sampling through to production approvals and bulk compliance

• Collaborate closely with designers to translate creative vision into high-quality, functional fabrics

• Liaise with mills and suppliers to ensure compliance with quality and sustainability standards

• Monitor and maintain the fabric library and database

• Build and maintain mill and article records in Zedonk

• Responsible for Purchasing all Sampling & Production RM

• Support product development and production teams with technical input

• Track and manage fabric budgets and timelines to meet collection deadlines

• Uphold sustainability as a foundational principle embedded in all fabric development processes

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years experience in fabric development within luxury or premium brands

• Strong knowledge of fabric construction, finishing techniques, and textile innovation

• Excellent supplier network across key luxury fabric regions (Italy, UK, Japan)

• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail

• Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented mindset

• Familiarity with sustainable sourcing practices is a plus

• Experience with Zedonk or another PLM system is a plus

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a fast-growing brand with a strong focus on fabric innovation

• Work closely with industry-leading creatives and suppliers

• Contribute to collections celebrated for craftsmanship and innovation

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion

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