Calvin Klein Fabric Researcher- NY

Fabric Researcher and Development Manager
Job Location :	New York, NY
Department :	Product Development
Division :	Calvin Klein Underwear

Calvin Klein Underwear, a division of Warnaco Inc., has an exciting opportunity for a talentedFabric Researcher and Development Manager to join our team. Since its inception, Calvin Klein Underwear for Men and Women has led the market by offering consumers cutting-edge design, innovative fabrics, and exceptional fit and quality. Known for its iconic advertising campaigns featuring top models, celebrities, and newly discovered talent, Calvin Klein Underwear continues to evolve its reputation as the brand of choice for consumers who want sexy, fashionable, and comfortable underwear. Responsible for seasonal raw material development, translate raw material trends into company vision at the best cost , with the best supplier to ensure product meets business needs. Provide viable fabrications to design and product development that fit seasonal needs. In addition, your primary responsibilities will include: Responsibilities apply to CKU Men's and Women's with a specialty in women's intimate fabrics: Conduct fabric research by reviewing competitor product, attending fabric fairs, meeting with mills and fiber suppliers to gather seasonal trend information and new technology. Present fabric trends each season and identify new opportunities and updates to existing categories Establish and maintain a raw material library Maintain fabric database Communicate upfront raw material requirements to mills / suppliers to ensure all raw materials meet needed end use requirements Order and track all sample raw materials Testing of raw materials in development IE: molding, shrinkage Up front negotiation of costing and minimums The ideal candidate will also possess: A 4 year college degree in Textile Engineering or Textile Chemistry or Textile Technology Five to Seven years Industry Experience in manufacturing (textile, apparel, or any cut & sew related business) Textile Testing experience (should have 1-2 years minimum) Ability to negotiate and communicate with a global vendor base Process Improvement background helpful Professional Membership into AATCC helpful, but not required At Warnaco, we offer exciting and challenging careers for people who are passionate about our brands and are determined to succeed in a fast-paced, creative environment. If you are looking for a culture that thrives on teamwork and collaboration while also recognizing individual contributions, then apply today. Warnaco, Inc. is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity in our workplace. See link to apply. Posted by Stephanie Coronado