G-III Apparel Group · 1 day ago
Fabric Manager | Karl Lagerfeld Men's Sportswear/Outerwear
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $85K/yr
7+ years expG-III Apparel Group is a global leader in fashion design and manufacturing. They are seeking a Fabric Manager to oversee fabric research and development, ensuring quality and timely delivery throughout the product lifecycle while collaborating with design and production teams.
ApparelFashionManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Partner with Design and the VP of Fabric R&D to initiate and drive the seasonal fabric adoption process across multiple product categories
Lead early-stage seasonal sourcing initiatives for assigned divisions
Provide expertise on fabric construction, innovation, performance, and technical feasibility to internal teams and external partners
Collaborate with Production teams to initiate pre-production fabric inquiries and align on material and quality requirements
Communicate fabric specifications, testing standards, and technical expectations to mills and vendors
Review and approve all fabric submission samples, including lab dips, handlooms, strike-offs, and bulk cut approvals
Analyze fabric testing reports to ensure compliance with company standards and provide approval feedback
Monitor fabric quality and integrity throughout development and production to ensure consistency with design intent and delivery timelines
Maintain and update fabric costing charts, PLM entries, and fabric development WIP reports on a daily basis
Partner with Production to resolve fabric-related challenges efficiently and proactively
Maintain regular communication with cross-functional partners and leadership to review issues, risks, and directional updates related to fabrics
Build strong working relationships with mills, vendors, and factories globally
Organize and maintain the fabric library and reference resources
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in the apparel and/or textile industry with hands-on fabric development responsibility
Strong understanding of fabric development and quality processes across the full product lifecycle
Deep knowledge of fabric construction within a specialized area (woven, knit, yarn, trim) and general knowledge across woven and knit categories
Solid understanding of dyeing, printing, and finishing techniques
Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Textiles, Design, or equivalent professional experience
Experience with PLM, PDM, and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Teams)
Outerwear fabric experience is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Employee discounts across G-III brands
Career growth opportunities within a global fashion organization
A collaborative, innovative environment working with industry-leading brands
Company
G-III Apparel Group
G-III Apparel Group designs, manufactures, and markets apparel including outerwear, dresses, sportswear, and swimwear.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1989-12-22IPO
Leadership Team
Dana Perlman
Chief Growth and Operations Officer
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