ASSOCIATE MATERIALS MANAGER, KNITS

Assist cross functional teams in delivering on the value equation to drive speed and quality. Advise on supplier and factory matrix evolution Executes COP Strategy/Supplier Strategy/Category Strategy/Product-Style needs Executes long term vision set by Manager (COP, Supplier) Leads the process to reconcile projections by understanding brand plans for matrix, and elevating variances Assists in monitoring and developing commodity trend, fabric pricing guidelines and competitor activities Develops mill plans and projections for capacity needs Drives PD technology improvements related to fabric by highlighting needs and benefits onePLM Marketplace key liaison for fabric Key liaison connecting fabric R&D needs to mill base, CFT and L&F Submits global materials commits and connects liability to owner Executes materials commitments Drives sourcing strategy execution with CFT Supports Manager on seasonal brand matrix process Proposes solutions for business needs within (or outside) matrix Evaluates if business needs are being met by the supplier matrix and communicates to Manager Manages brand mill matrix and consolidation process (mill, fabric, yarn). Owns communication internally Primary Sourcing liaison with Product Management, Design, Logistics etc. Three years of retail, production, sourcing, supply chain management or related experience Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite