Senior Menswear Fabric Sourcing & Innovation Lead

NEXT Retail Ltd.; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent fashion retailer in the UK is seeking a Fabric Manager for its Menswear department. The role involves leading the fabric sourcing strategy, managing a team, and ensuring high quality standards across the department. Candidates should have extensive experience in fabric sourcing and development, exceptional negotiation skills, and a passion for travel. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping the menswear offering with innovative and quality fabrics.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in fabric sourcing and development.
• Proven track record in managing teams and stakeholders.
• Advanced knowledge of the global textile market.

Responsibilities

• Lead the fabric sourcing strategy for the menswear department.
• Drive innovation in fabric development and quality standards.
• Ensure alignment of sourcing strategies with garment tech.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Negotiation skills

Influencing skills

Commercial awareness

Job description

A prominent fashion retailer in the UK is seeking a Fabric Manager for its Menswear department. The role involves leading the fabric sourcing strategy, managing a team, and ensuring high quality standards across the department. Candidates should have extensive experience in fabric sourcing and development, exceptional negotiation skills, and a passion for travel. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping the menswear offering with innovative and quality fabrics.