Trim Associate, Women’s Wholesale Apparel, Suiting & Dresses

The Kasper Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kasper Group is an apparel industry leader focusing on women’s wear-to-work and special-occasion dressing. We are seeking a trim sourcing professional to support development, sourcing, and execution of trim components across our brands, coordinating with Design, Product Development, Production, Sourcing, and Technical Design teams.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in trim-related roles, know trim construction, labeling, testing, and compliance, and can manage multiple priorities in a

Qualifications

• 2+ years in trim, sourcing, production, or related apparel experience.
• Working knowledge of trim construction, materials, packaging, labeling, and product development.
• Familiarity with trim testing, quality assurance, labeling, and compliance requirements.
• Experience working with vendors and factories preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support research, development, sourcing, and execution of trim components including hangtags, labels, patches, packaging, jokers, and branded trim items.
• Partner with Design, Product Development, Production, Sourcing, and Technical Design teams to support trim development and execution.
• Maintain seasonal trim development calendars, WIP reports, approvals, and critical path timelines.
• Communicate with domestic and international vendors regarding trim development, samples, pricing, approvals, testing, and deliveries.
• Maintain seasonal trim libraries, sourcing records, approval documentation, and vendor information.
• Support bulk trim approval processes, testing requirements, quality control, and production readiness.
• Track trim inventory levels and production requirements to support seasonal business needs.
• Assist with communicating trim specifications, packaging requirements, labeling details, and testing standards to vendors and factories.
• Review and maintain testing reports, certifications, compliance documentation, and related records.
• Assist in resolving quality, compliance, production, and delivery issues with internal teams and vendors.
• Support retailer compliance initiatives, audits, sustainability programs, and corporate quality standards as required.
• Assist with pricing analysis, sourcing alternatives, and cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PLM

Job description

The Kasper Group is an apparel industry leader, offering women wardrobe solutions for their wear-to-work and special occasion dressing needs. Driven by excellence and exceptional talent, The Kasper Group has remained a forerunner in fashion for over 30 years. We are committed to delivering iconic brands (Kasper, Anne Klein, Le Suit, Kenneth Cole), relevant fashions, and trusted quality products to our consumers.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support the research, development, sourcing, and execution of trim components including hangtags, labels, patches, packaging, jokers, and branded trim items.
• Partner with Design, Product Development, Production, Sourcing, and Technical Design teams to support trim development and execution.
• Maintain seasonal trim development calendars, WIP reports, approvals, and critical path timelines.
• Communicate with domestic and international vendors regarding trim development, samples, pricing, approvals, testing, and deliveries.
• Maintain seasonal trim libraries, sourcing records, approval documentation, and vendor information.
• Support bulk trim approval processes, testing requirements, quality control, and production readiness.
• Track trim inventory levels and production requirements to support seasonal business needs.
• Assist with communicating trim specifications, packaging requirements, labeling details, and testing standards to vendors and factories.
• Review and maintain testing reports, certifications, compliance documentation, and related records.
• Assist in resolving quality, compliance, production, and delivery issues with internal teams and vendors.
• Support retailer compliance initiatives, audits, sustainability programs, and corporate quality standards as required.
• Assist with pricing analysis, sourcing alternatives, and cost-saving opportunities.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of trim, sourcing, production, product development, compliance, or related apparel experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of trim construction, materials, packaging, labeling, and apparel product development.
• Familiarity with trim testing, quality assurance, labeling, and compliance requirements.
• Experience working with vendors and factories preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; PLM experience preferred.

The Kasper Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.