Fabric Assistant

Changing Lanes Consultancy; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-end fashion brand in Cape Town is looking for a Fabric Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate must have extensive textile knowledge, experience in sourcing fabrics, and a relevant degree or diploma. Responsibilities include managing fabric orders, assisting the design team, and maintaining supplier relationships. This role requires reliable transport and offers a collaborative, fast-paced work environment.

Benefits

Travel allowance for excessive travel

Qualifications

• Proven fabric knowledge and experience in sourcing or textile coordination.
• Own reliable transport with a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Research, source, and secure fabrics that meet quality, design, and budget requirements.
• Track fabric orders, manage stock levels, and ensure timely delivery to the design team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, mills, and wholesalers.

Skills

Textile knowledge

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Fashion awareness

Education

Relevant degree or diploma in Textile Design or Fashion Design

Job description

Do you have extensive textile knowledge coupled with a passion for sourcing and a love of fashion?

Are you detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of handling multiple priorities without losing focus?

Do you thrive in a collaborative, creative, fast-paced fashion environment and want hands-on exposure to the full design-to-retail process?

Our client, a high-end fashion brand based in Cape Town, is seeking a Fabric Assistant / Fabric Coordinator to join their team.

With extensive textile knowledge and a passion for sourcing, the ideal candidate will play a vital role in sourcing fabrics to ensure the design team has the perfect fabrics for every collection.

• Working hours: Mon – Fri, with work required every alternate Saturday (9am – 2pm), with a weekday off during that week
• Travel allowance: Compensation will be provided for excess travel and occasional visits to suppliers and fabric markets.

Location: Office / Primary Workspace: Durbanville, Cape Town / Retail Store: Cape Town City Centre

ESSENTIAL: Proven fabric knowledge and experience in sourcing or textile coordination

ESSENTIAL: Relevant degree or diploma in Textile Design, Fashion Design, or a related field.

ESSENTIAL: Own reliable transport with a valid driver’s license

ADVANTAGEOUS: Previous experience in fashion, textiles, or retail industry

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Research, source, and secure fabrics that meet quality, design, and budget requirements.
• Track fabric orders, manage stock levels, and ensure timely delivery to the design team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, mills, and wholesalers.
• Advise on fabric choices based on drape, texture, and suitability for garments.
• Assist with fittings, sampling, and seasonal collection preparation.
• Assist customers and support the team every alternate Saturday in-store.
• Travel for fabric sourcing and supplier visits (own reliable transport required; travel compensation for excessive travel).