Trim Development & Sourcing Associate

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 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