Job description
Brand Overview:
ascena is a leading national specialty retailer offering apparel, shoes, and accessories for women through our brands Ann Taylor, LOFT, and Lou & Grey, Lane Bryant and Cacique. We operate ecommerce websites and over 1200 stores throughout the United States.
Ready to apply? We currently have an opportunity for a Manager, Fabric R&D - Ann Taylor to join our team located at our Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036.
Position Overview:
Position Overview
This position is primarily responsible for driving the research, gathering, and development of fabric and/or trim for their product category. Partners with cross-functional teams and external vendor/mill partners in the development of high-quality, brand-right fabrics. Collaborates with cross functional teams in establishing, refining, and implementing Fabric R&D processes into the broader design and development process, both internally and externally.
Essential Responsibilities
Strategy & Operations:
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Work with Director, Fabric R&D on researching, developing, and sourcing fabrics that are trend, customer and brand right, while maintaining pricing structure
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Ensure fabric development is brand appropriate, trend right, and of elevated quality so as to elevate the aesthetic and inherent value of the product and the brand
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Research and stay abreast of fabric and/or trim trends and technological developments as they relate to the client
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Develop and maintain a fabric sourcing library
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Forge and maintain relationships with mills
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Work directly with design to gather and develop fabrics and drive fabric development T&A
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Consistently partner with design, merchandising, product development, production and vendors on fabric development related issues for immediate needs and future development
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Define, drive and execute a seasonal fabric strategy
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Maintain, update, and analyze fabric projects ensuring fiscal and quality goals
People Management:
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Mentor, coach and counsel direct reports on performance expectations
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Provide a positive, challenging work environment
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Recognize and reward talent and accomplishments
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Interface effectively with all levels throughout the organization
Position Requirements:
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Bachelors Degree, or equivalent experience
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5-7 years in the textile industry, with expertise in fabric development both domestically and internationally
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In depth fabric knowledge and experience in relation to weaving, printing, dyeing, finishing, treatments and washing techniques as well as mill capabilities
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Knowledge and understanding of merchandising and product development
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Strong design aesthetic
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Ability to drive processes with cross functional team members
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Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbal
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Ability to handle multiple tasks with shifting priorities
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High level of attention to detail and strong organizational skills
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Strong interpersonal and problem solving skills
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Ability to work in a fast paced environment
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Management experience a plus
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Microsoft Office proficiency
The target salary for this role is: $85,000 - $90,000
Actual compensation within that range is influenced by a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and other job-related factors.
Actual compensation within that range is influenced by a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and other job-related factors.
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Location:
Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036
Position Type:
Regular/Full time
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all personnel actions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business.
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