Fabric Coordinator - Islington, United Kingdom - Phoenix Recruitment Consultancy Ltd

Description

Fabric Coordinator:
(Mens & Womenswear Brand)
Exciting opportunity to be part of a successful Design Led Brand.

Looking for a skilled Fabric Coordinator or Raw Materials Product Developer specializing in fabric & trims for a luxurious mens & womenswear brand.

The perfect candidate should have 2-3 years of luxury market experience. You will lead the process from inception to final production. Providing technical advice to ensure top-notch quality, wash & fabric.

Immediate availability preferred, but willing to wait for the right fit.

Fabric Coordinator: (Mens & Womenswear Brand) The Company
London-based with fantastic office and a welcoming team.

Fabric Coordinator: (Mens & Womenswear Brand) The Role

• Oversee the lifecycle of all Fabrics and Trims from development to production across various bespoke projects & stock collections.
• Create & process purchase orders for fabric, trim, and product purchases (using Zedonk) for initial and repeat orders.
• Build strong relationships with factories and mills globally.
• Update BOM files for purchase tracking and prices.
• Collaborate with the Design team to bring their creative ideas to life, ensuring innovation and continuous enhancement.
• Supervise sustainability initiatives and compliance, ensuring fair practices with partners.
• Manage raw materials in transit for Production to CMT locations, handling freight quotes and production support.
• Ensure accurate communication of cloth and trim details to stakeholders and maintain status updates.
• Prevent excess raw material creation and manage excess effectively.
• Review supplier performance feedback and determine response strategies.
• Ensure system effectiveness, data accuracy, and provide textile knowledge to all teams.
• Approve material and development spending invoices and care guidelines for client handover.
• Forecast project purchases for cash flow overview.

Fabric Coordinator: (Mens &
Womenswear Brand: The Candidate

• Minimum 3 years of luxury market experience.
• Experience in managing raw materials in a similar fashion company or fabric manufacturing background.
• Strong negotiation and industry knowledge.
• Highly organized, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Interest in Sustainable supply chain and cloth certification.
• Excellent communicator, proficient in managing conflicting priorities.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and efficient in multitasking with excellent time management.
• Energetic, flexible, and positive in high-pressure situations.
• Knowledge of Zedonk is a plus.