Trim Manager

Fourth Floor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fourth Floor is seeking a Trim Manager to oversee trim development and sourcing for its apparel lines. You will research and develop trim components and manage vendor relationships to support cost-effective production.

You will maintain quality control standards, collaborate with design teams on seasonal trims, and ensure accurate specifications and timely execution across divisions. Experience in trim materials, fabrics, and packaging, plus strong organization and negotiation skills, will help

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in trim development, sourcing, or production within apparel or related industries.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of fabrics, fibers, yarns, and trim materials.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and problem solving skills when working with vendors, factories, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop trim components including hangtags, labels, jokers, patches, and other small trim packaging elements.
• Source new trims and identify alternative vendors to support cost savings through competitive pricing and negotiations.
• Maintain quality control standards for bulk trims, including approvals, testing, and compliance with company requirements.
• Partner with vendors and factories to resolve quality issues and establish consistent trim standards.
• Manage work in progress (WIP) charts and follow Time and Action calendars to ensure development and production timelines are met across multiple divisions.
• Collaborate closely with the design team on seasonal trim development, sourcing strategies, and new trim concepts.
• Communicate accurate label, trim, and packaging specifications to factories each season to ensure proper execution.
• Monitor production requirements and manage trim inventory levels to meet projected demand.
• Establish and maintain a seasonal trim library to support sourcing, counter sourcing, and easy access to existing trims, colors, and repeat programs.
• Provide guidance to trim suppliers on corporate testing requirements, inspection policies, and technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to trims with vendors and manufacturing partners.

Skills

MS Office

Vendor communication

Problem solving

Project management

Detail oriented

Job description

Our client, a global leader in apparel design is looking for a Trim Manager to oversee trim development and sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop trim components including hangtags, labels, jokers, patches, and other small trim packaging elements.
• Source new trims and identify alternative vendors to support cost savings through competitive pricing and negotiations.
• Maintain quality control standards for bulk trims, including approvals, testing, and compliance with company requirements.
• Partner with vendors and factories to resolve quality issues and establish consistent trim standards.
• Manage work in progress (WIP) charts and follow Time and Action calendars to ensure development and production timelines are met across multiple divisions.
• Collaborate closely with the design team on seasonal trim development, sourcing strategies, and new trim concepts.
• Communicate accurate label, trim, and packaging specifications to factories each season to ensure proper execution.
• Monitor production requirements and manage trim inventory levels to meet projected demand.
• Establish and maintain a seasonal trim library to support sourcing, counter sourcing, and easy access to existing trims, colors, and repeat programs.
• Provide guidance to trim suppliers on corporate testing requirements, inspection policies, and technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to trims with vendors and manufacturing partners.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in trim development, sourcing, or production within apparel or related industries.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of fabrics, fibers, yarns, and trim materials.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and problem solving skills when working with vendors, factories, and internal teams.