J.Crew · 4 hours ago
Director - Sweater Yarn Sourcing
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$153K/yr - $191K/yr
10+ years expJ.Crew is a well-established clothing company known for its classic style and commitment to quality. The Director of Sweater Yarn Sourcing will lead the strategy and execution of sweater yarn initiatives, ensuring quality and sustainability while working closely with various teams to meet business objectives.
E-CommerceFashionRetail
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive global sourcing strategy for sweater yarns across J.Crew and J.Crew Factory
Build and manage a high-performing global supplier base that delivers excellence in quality, innovation, cost, and service
Anticipate and manage market shifts in fiber availability, tariffs, traceability, and sustainability standards (e.g. GRS, BCI, regenerative cotton)
Partner with the VP – Raw Materials to ensure alignment with broader raw material and platform sourcing strategies
Source, develop, and commercialize yarns that meet J.Crew Group’s quality standards including pilling resistance, colorfastness, dimensional stability, and overall performance
Collaborate with Production and Quality Assurance to validate yarn performance and ensure all programs meet internal and external testing standards (AATCC, ASTM, and J.Crew benchmarks)
Monitor mill quality and consistency across dye lots, fiber blends, and spinning systems; lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions as needed
Partner with Production and Technical Design to ensure yarn suitability and performance through the development process, proto and bulk stages
Partner with Design and Sustainability teams to develop innovative yarns using responsible fibers, recycled content, and low-impact dyeing and finishing methods
Champion advancements in spinning and finishing technologies to enhance softness, durability, and environmental performance
Expand the use of traceable and certified fiber programs to support corporate sustainability goals and product transparency
Oversee the seasonal yarn development calendar and ensure timely delivery of all milestones from concept to bulk production
Partner with Production to manage smooth integration between yarn sourcing, garment vendors, and factory partners
Maintain accurate yarn data, color standards, and tracking in PLM systems
Present seasonal yarn developments and platform carryovers in Raw Material Alignment and design review meetings
Negotiate annual yarn pricing, capacity commitments, and cost-engineering opportunities while maintaining quality and design intent
Manage vendor scorecards focused on quality, delivery, responsiveness, and sustainability
Partner with Production to monitor raw material commitments, liabilities
Partner with the Sourcing and Production Team to foster accountability and continuous improvement
Serve as the key liaison between internal brand teams and global yarn suppliers
Represent the Sweater Yarn category in Raw Material Alignment, Innovation, and Sustainability/Traceability meetings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
10+ years of experience in sweater yarn development or textile sourcing, including 5+ years in a leadership capacity
Strong technical knowledge of fiber properties, spinning systems, dyeing, and finishing processes
Deep expertise in yarn performance testing and quality validation (pilling, colorfastness, shrinkage, dimensional stability)
Proven experience working closely with Production and Quality Assurance to ensure yarn performance and consistency
Exceptional vendor negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
Preferred
Master's degree in Textile Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
Proficiency with PLM and raw material data management systems
Benefits
Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.
Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.
Company
J.Crew
Since 1983, we’ve been designing pieces that feel both familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view...it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2010-11-23Acquired
2006-06-28IPO
Leadership Team
Libby Wadle
Chief Executive Officer
Gena Smith
Chief Human Resources Officer
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