Trim & Hardware Operations Coordinator

alexanderwang llc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Wang LLC is seeking an Assistant, Hardware & Trim to provide critical operational support to our trim development and inventory systems. You will work cross-functionally with Design, Product Development, Production, and Atelier teams to maintain records and keep the trim library organized.

This role demands exceptional organization and attention to detail in a fast-paced, design-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of trim sourcing, hardware, materials, or PD/production support in RTW or contemporary brand.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in PLM systems (RLM preferred) or similar inventory platforms.
• Strong understanding of materials, hardware, and trim applications across apparel, accessories, and footwear.
• Advanced Excel proficiency; CAD or design software knowledge a plus.
• Demonstrated systems-thinking mindset with ability to build and improve organizational processes from scratch.
• Familiarity with data management platforms and emerging inventory/supply chain tracking technologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across Design, PD, Production, and external vendors.
• Proactive, self-directed, and detail-oriented with strong follow-through and accountability for deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete trim development and sampling workflow from initial conception through pre-production.
• Coordinate trim sourcing and vendor management across channels; follow up on TDs and pricing.
• Maintain trim development records and system of record across charts and binders.
• Organize physical and digital trim library for cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate trim testing and approval workflows; organize garment mockups and samples.
• Support production transitions; gather seasonal trims and manage invoices and shipping.
• Drive continuous improvement of trim systems and processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Systems thinking

Communication

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Tools

PLM systems (RLM)

Excel

CAD software

Job description

Alexander Wang LLC is seeking an Assistant, Hardware & Trim to provide critical operational support to our trim development and inventory systems. You will work cross-functionally with Design, Product Development, Production, and Atelier teams to maintain records and keep the trim library organized.

This role demands exceptional organization and attention to detail in a fast-paced, design-driven environment.