Senior Trim Sourcing & Quality Compliance Manager

The Kasper Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kasper Group, a leader in women’s wardrobe solutions for wear-to-work and special occasions, is seeking a Trim Manager in New York. You will lead trim sourcing, development, and production, collaborating with Design, Product Development, and Sourcing teams to deliver cost-efficient, compliant trims.

Responsibilities include managing calendars, testing, QA, and supplier relations across domestic and international partners, while ensuring CPSIA/Prop 65 compliance and timely delivery of trims

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 7+ years of trim sourcing, development, production, compliance, or related apparel experience.
• Strong understanding of trim construction, materials, packaging, labeling, and product development processes.
• Experience managing trim testing, product safety requirements, quality assurance programs, and compliance documentation.
• Knowledge of CPSIA, Prop 65, retailer compliance requirements, care/content labeling, and related regulations.
• Proven ability to partner with domestic and overseas vendors and factories.
• Strong negotiation, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PLM systems, and related product development tools.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, source, and negotiate trim components including hangtags, labels, patches, packaging, jokers, and branded trim items.
• Partner with Design, Product Development, Production, Sourcing, and Technical Design on trim development and execution.
• Manage seasonal trim development calendars, WIP reports, and critical path timelines across divisions.
• Source and develop trims from domestic and international vendors while driving cost savings and maintaining quality.
• Monitor trim inventory levels and production requirements to ensure timely delivery.
• Establish and maintain seasonal trim libraries, records, approvals, and sourcing documentation.
• Communicate trim specifications, packaging requirements, labeling details, and testing standards to factories and suppliers.
• Manage bulk trim approvals, quality control processes, testing requirements, and production readiness.
• Partner with vendors and factories to resolve quality, production, compliance, and delivery issues.
• Lead trim testing initiatives and ensure all trims meet company standards and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with QA and Compliance teams to ensure CPSIA, Prop 65, and retailer labeling requirements are met.
• Review and maintain testing reports, certifications, and vendor records.
• Identify quality, safety, and compliance risks and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement in quality, testing, service levels, and cost.
• Support audits, retailer compliance initiatives, and sustainability programs as required.
• Negotiate pricing and identify counter-sourcing opportunities to improve margins while maintaining product integrity.

Skills

Trim sourcing

Negotiation

Project management

Quality assurance

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLM systems

Product development tools

Job description

The Kasper Group, a leader in women’s wardrobe solutions for wear-to-work and special occasions, is seeking a Trim Manager in New York. You will lead trim sourcing, development, and production, collaborating with Design, Product Development, and Sourcing teams to deliver cost-efficient, compliant trims.

Responsibilities include managing calendars, testing, QA, and supplier relations across domestic and international partners, while ensuring CPSIA/Prop 65 compliance and timely delivery of trims