Sourcing Manager - Sustainable Textiles & Materials Sourcing

Walt Disney World News; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sourcing Manager to drive sustainable textiles initiatives. This pivotal role focuses on textile recycling strategies and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The manager will collaborate with product design and merchandising teams to develop innovative fabrics while formulating policies to support ambitious 2030 sustainability goals. This mid-senior level, full-time position offers the chance to make a significant impact in the entertainment industry, promoting circularity in design and production. If you are passionate about sustainability and textiles, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in fabric sourcing or sustainability.
• Familiarity with sustainability standards and fabric construction.

Responsibilities

• Source innovative fabrics and lead recycling programs.
• Collaborate with design and merchandising teams.

Skills

Fabric Sourcing

Textile Engineering

Sustainability Initiatives

Project Management

Textile Software

Education

Bachelor's in Textile Engineering

Bachelor's in Product Design

Tools

Textile Software

Job description

Sourcing Manager - Sustainable Textiles & Materials Sourcing

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This role is pivotal in Disney's sustainability initiatives, focusing on textile recycling strategies to reduce Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions. The manager will leverage industry insights, drive fabric development, and promote circularity in design and production.

The position involves formulating policies supporting 2030 sustainability goals, including reducing textile waste by piloting new recycling streams and researching innovative textiles. Collaboration with product design, merchandising, and sourcing teams is essential to develop new fabrics and materials.

Key responsibilities include sourcing innovative fabrics, staying updated on textile trends, leading recycling and waste reduction programs, and ensuring compliance with global textile regulations. The role requires managing change, developing tracking methodologies, and reporting progress to stakeholders.

Qualifications include 5-8 years of experience in fabric sourcing, textiles engineering, or sustainability, with industry connections and project management skills. Familiarity with textile software, sustainability standards, and fabric construction is necessary. A bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Product Design, or equivalent is preferred.

This is a mid-senior level, full-time role in product management within the entertainment industry, based in Kissimmee, FL.