Benefit Cosmetics Technical Innovation Director (Oakland, CA)

Job Title: Director, Technical Innovation Department: R&D and Launch/Execution Location: Logistics Center; Oakland, CA Employee Status: Exempt, Full-Time

Summary:

This position is an incredibly diverse role of a Technical/Science person coupled with a creative passion for cosmetic formulas! Must be a creative and curious natured individual! The Director, Technical Innovation must be able to interface effectively and establish quick credibility and confidence with both the Creative/Marketing Teams as well as the Technical Teams. This requires a blend of being flexible and structured at the same time, balancing both for each side of the business of cross-functional teams.

Essential duties and requirements:

• Acts as the primary contact on Innovation Research and Development Projects with Product Marketing Innovation team and internal LC R&D team
• Work closely with SF teams and LC teams – clearly bridging between both so the scope of the Innovation product is understood and submissions are shared and evaluated with the LC teams
• Collaborate in Innovation brainstorm meetings and develop ideas for new products, product features and functionality
• Act as Technical R&D Advisor to Product Marketing Innovation teams as well as LC and Supplier Technical teams with respect to new innovation formulas, scale-up
• Scout out new raw material trends, ingredient stories and propose to Product Marketing Innovation Teams
• Actively work with raw material suppliers – coordinating presentations and research as required
• Stay abreast of new technologies in both raw materials and formula/processing techniques and textures (example: HD pigments, baked/pressed/slurry manufacturing techniques…)
• Create Product Profiles for Innovation Products
• Participate in Panel Testing with Product Marketing Innovation team for evaluation of Innovation Products
• Create “In Use” testing questionnaire and collaborate with Product Marketing Innovation teams to ensure that all attributes intended for product are tested
• Work closely with direct supervisor on determination and evaluation of “innovativeness” of proposed new products
• Pricing – Work closely with direct supervisor on innovative products in the pipeline giving visibility to the cost of innovation
• Feasibility – Work closely with direct supervisor on determining feasibility of innovative products (time and money)

Qualifications:

• Must possess a degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, other sciences or related fields as well as 5+ years experience in developing new product formulas/new technologies for personal care products, color cosmetics or other related industry
• Ability to work well with both technical groups as well as strong ability to work creatively and bring technical expertise without inhibiting innovation/creativity
• Must have broad knowledge of personal care ingredients. Knowledge of available raw materials, pigments, emulsions, powders and the suppliers that produce them is required
• He/she must be a true team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as a demonstrated ability to multitask and work within a matrix organizational structure
• Strong analytical skills, MS Office tools
• Strong presentation skills and experience are required
• Ability to travel as needed
• Color Cosmetics background strongly desired
• Experience working with Brand Marketing/Creatives a strong plus
• Strong color matching skills, ability to communicate color redirection
• Understanding how to scale up a formula, manufacture it and package the product within FDA regulations a plus
• Active member of Society Cosmetic Chemist
• Inspiring & Motivating Others – ensures others have what they need to succeed; enables others to perform at their best by providing structure & the right information

How To Apply:

Send or Email your resume, cover letter, and/or any other relevant materials to:
starsearch@benefitcosmetics.com
685 Market Street 7th Floor
San Francisco CA 94105

In your cover letter, please be sure to address the following questions:
1) The job for which you are applying
2) The date you are available to start
3) The reason you want to work with us
4) How you heard about us


Posted by Kris Iringan

Marketing Assistant (San Bruno)

Description:
The Marketing Assistant is responsible for assisting the Marketing Manager and/or Assistant Marketing Manager in the overall Marketing efforts of the shopping center, which include, but are not limited to: public relations, advertising, research, coordination of mall marketing, and promotional events. Holiday and weekend hours may be required.

Core Functions and/or Organization Functions:
• Facilitate and aid in promoting mall marketing promotions and events
• Under direct supervision, create marketing collateral pieces and display
• Draft monthly marketing program and quarterly tenant newsletters
• Draft mall website and other promotional copy as needed
• Prepares event contracts, work orders for events, donation letters and other correspondence
• Assist in the maintenance of the mall¿fs social media pages (Facebook, Twiiter, Yelp, etc.)
• Maintains media and tenant lists
• Process individual and corporate gift card sales
• Develop and maintain relationships with store and assistant managers
• Assist Specialty Leasing with rent collections, license agreements, cart installations/de-installations and mall vending
• Receives, qualifies and answers inquires from customers and others (received via phone, email, social media or other correspondence) in a timely manner
• Faxing, filing, and photocopying
• Gain an understanding of NOI and help contribute to meeting/exceeding those goals
• Maintain current knowledge of fashion and store trends, clip related articles from newspapers and magazines and route to Marketing team
• Works within established guidelines
• Other duties as assigned


Experience:
- High school diploma (or equivalent) required; Associate's Degree or higher preferred.
- Minimum of one year experience in a related field, such as sales, marketing, or retail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, InDesign and PhotoShop
- Ability to manage multiple projects while prioritizing work assignments
- Work requires professional written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects

Posted By Magie Fong

Juicy Couture Fabric R&D Director (Arleta, CA)

Overview:

Partnering with design, merchandising, CAD, production and our overseas partners, responsible for making sure the brand is designing into and purchasing fabrications that meet performance standards, price point, quality and the Juicy aesthetic, from conceptual “kick off” through to fabric adoption.

Responsibilities:

•Co-ordinate the development of fabric (knits and wovens) by acting as a “liason and advisor” between the design, merchandising and PD function in LA and the mills and overseas offices used for off shore and domestic production. •Working with design from the concept stage to develop and source fabrications, aligned to our global sourcing strategy. •Regularly meeting with the 3 design directors and director of concept, in order to keep them up to date and informed with the latest trends in fabrications and yarns. •Initiating general brainstorm sessions with the design teams so that we are continually assessing fabrications and ways in which we can move them on to maintain core categories of our business. •Use extensive knowledge of fabric categories to ensure designs vision for fabric sourcing and fabric development remain commercially viable and are executed to the Juicy Aesthetic, within strict calendar deadlines. •Frequent global travel to Japan, Korea, India, China and Europe for fabric shows, mill visits and strategy meetings with our overseas partners. •Daily tracking of fabric developments and assisting PD with the flow of proto yardage, salesman sample yardage, lab dips and strike offs so that key calendar dates in the flow of garment production are consistently met. •Request, track and communicate all details of fabric development, ensuring that fabrics are executed and adopted in conjunction with key calendar dates. •Using extensive knowledge of a global mill network and experience in fabric development to work with production and PD teams on key fabric price points and origin of fabric manufacture to help drive margin initiatives and our global allocation strategy. •Working with CAD and design to ensure artwork and designs are created in a way that reflect the technical limitations of the fabrication it is planned to be used for. •Work with product development team, production team and the technical fabric team on issues relating to fabric, including; fabric testing performance, color, quality of bulk and salesman sample yardages, print execution, wash, delivery and general call outs on potential issues once tech packs have been issued. •Maintain a focused and relevant fabric matrix, that allows us to offer design innovation and quality for all our product groups, yet also allows us to leverage core product areas in terms of price, speed of delivery and service. •General price and lead time negotiation on both salesman sample yardage and bulk as well as claim negotiation where needed.

Qualifications:

•Bachelor Degree in textile development or other related field of study •Experience in fabric sourcing, or a fabric related field •Strong organizational / follow-up skills •Excellent technical knowledge of all textile/fabric. •Working knowledge and understanding of Production. •Ability to act as liaison between many departments: excellent communication and analytical skills. •Detail oriented and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-pace environment. •Computer skills: Microsoft Excel proficient.

Posted by Kris Iringan

Hanes Fabric Technician (NYC)

Fabric Technician I

Job ID: 3281-0210-18099
Location: US-NY-New York
Posted Date: 2/12/2010
Category: Product Development - Other
Due Date: 2/19/2010
Consider VISA sponsorship?: No
Relocation?: no

More information about this job:
Overview:

Position assists in researching fabric trends in the marketplace and driving development of new fabrics that are in keeping with these trends. Position will assist in setting specification and qualifying fabrics to execute the appropriate design interpretation, as well as, the technical performance characteristics to meet end use requirements. In conjunction with internal and external manufacturing sources, incumbent will populate the HbI fabric library with trend right and product specific fabrics, while supporting ongoing seasonal development of fabrics as required.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the research, recommendation and suggest direction of new/innovative fabrics with a focus on driving fabric development that support a specific HbI business unit(s). Tracks fabric development concept to a production ready state.
2. With direction from Design, assist in the identification of new fabric development ideas through existing and new mills, libraries and from scratch (inclusive of fabric, seasonal and novelty fabrications and fabric-type trims,) to deliver on seasonal business plan objectives.
3. Assists in developing, qualifying and setting performance specifications for all fabrics. Post on HbI team site for global access.
4. Populate trend and platform fabrics in the HANESbrandsfabric library for designers and merchandisers to utilize.
5. Develop and maintain material database and all status reports in HANESbrandssystems. (Includes the fabric development matrix with information on all developed fabric, and a sample plan by quantity and colors.)
6. Suggest leveraging fabrics between brands whenever possible to maximize cost competitiveness.
7. Stay current with new technologies, processes, etc. in the textile industry.
8. Suggests new fabrics for assigned product lines, as well as, across HANESbrands.
9. Understand and ensure adherence to the product development timetable milestones for new material developments
10. Assist in the transfer of all product information to the factory liaison..
11. Provide input into seasonal fabric and trim trends by attending industry trade shows, forecast services and market shopping.
12. Partner to expand supplier base to support new fabric initiatives

Qualifications:
Minimum Education and Experience Required:
BS Textiles or related field with 3-5 years experience or 7-11 years experience without degree
Limited fabric manufacturing experience and/or prior research and development experience in fabric development/technology
Limited to moderate level of awareness regarding knit and woven
Must possess the ability to handle multiple projects and utilize time management skills.
Candidate must possess excellent communication/interpersonal skills as they will be required to work closely with the US and global team and vendors/manufacturers in various countries.
Limited domestic travel.

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.


Posted by Kris Iringan

Abercrombie & Fitch Sourcing Fabric Manager (New Albany, Ohio)

Position Title: Sourcing Fabric Manager

Reports to: Sr. Director, Sourcing

Location: Home Office - New Albany, OH

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Maintain and develop vendor relationships to ensure key partnerships for future growth
• Work with Merchandise Manager on sourcing strategy based on a 3-year plan
• Continuous Fabric Research and Development in order to adhere to corporate calendar; identify appropriate mill base to work back to regional sourcing and identify fabric counter-sourcing needs.
• Work with Technical Design team to understand factory challenges and streamline vendor submit/approval process

Sourcing Strategy:

• Work closely with head merchant, design, and sourcing director to align vendors and mills based on global sourcing strategy.
• Identify and establish desired lead times that will facilitate desired garment lead times per country origin.
• Assist in fabric and garment cost negotiations to achieve seasonal cost objective. Global cost negotiations based on company wide annual denim buy.
• Identify price challenges or opportunities in the market.
• Explore and Set up new vendors which will contribute towards ANF sourcing strategy. On board new vendors.
• Work with director to establish seasonal sourcing strategy.
• Identify and negotiate vendor seasonal capacities to ensure on time delivery.
• Work with QA to ensure that vendors meet and exceed garment quality requirements.

Fabric Management:

• Work with merchant team and projections to ensure on time delivery of fabric to and garments by managing T&A's
• Create and maintain a channel of communicate with mills on a weekly basis to inform mills of plan changes in order to maintain an appropriate level of inventory to respond to the market needs.
• Negotiate and manage mill capacities and flows.
• Ensure mills compliance to MTL testing as established by ANF QA / testing requirements.

Fabric R&D:

• Responsible to manage fabric from pre- production thru adoption and adhere to seasonal calendar dates.
• Work with design and mills to develop and identify innovative fabrics which meet each divisions design direction.
• Work closely with design to select fabric which meets current cost parameters
• Source key mills in line with current market trend and design needs. Ensure the mill compliments sourcing strategy.
• Set up and maintain fabric specs and mills info into ANF Web PDM systems.
• Visit key mills to asses capabilities, operating standards, and determine compatibility with ANF.
• Maintain current organized inspirational fabric library.
• Work with design and merchants following kick-off to establish A&F fabric strategy by season.
• Correlate with sourcing director after kick-off to establish fabric pricing target.
• Continually expand mill base to align with sourcing strategy and diversify overall mill base to support company growth.
• Attend weekly cross-functional meetings with design, merchants and tech so that everyone is able to adhere to the corporate development calendar.
• Maintain annual Denim R&D calendar.
• Hindsight with sourcing director/merchant/design based on previous season mill performance and QA record.
• Manage and coordinate all design wash trips, including ordering all sample yardage for wash development and wear test process.
• Work closely with tech design and QA on all issues pertaining to fabric, resolve fabric issues presented from wear test and bulk yardage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
• 8-10 yrs experience in Production/Sourcing
• Extensive travel throughout Asia/Subcontinent
• Experience working with factories to validate WIP and assess potential delivery issues
• Ability to evaluate a factory's capabilities/capacity to ensure successful long term growth
• Ability to travel - 35%-40% of time
• Experience interfacing with Merchant role and understanding of costing principles

Job

Fabric

Primary Location

OH-Columbus

Schedule

Full-time

Posted by Kris Iringan

Market Research Project Coordinator at Group SJR (Greater NYC area)

We are seeking to add a Project Coordinator to our team. The position is entry-level, with significant opportunity for advancement. The primary focus of this position is to manage the logistical aspects of qualitative and quantitative research projects (such as focus groups, one-on-one interviews and online surveys) and to maintain relationships with both suppliers and clients.

Qualified candidates will be proactive and experienced in keeping projects moving and maintaining details within established timelines.
Candidates must also be interested in and adept at both qualitative and quantitative data analysis, have excellent communication and writing skills and a willingness to travel.

Please email your resume with a brief note explaining your qualifications to research@groupsjr.com and reference January2010 for immediate consideration.

Skills

Specific responsibilities include:
• Working directly with clients and suppliers as well as supporting internal team of analysts, directors and partners
• Responding to client and supplier needs and troubleshooting issues as they arise
• Researching field services; collecting project bids; scheduling research projects
• Designing screening questionnaires targeting research respondents who fit project objectives
• Writing discussion guidelines, quantitative questionnaires and concise, creatively written reports
• Attending research sessions (across the country) to support senior staff, take notes and manage clients

Qualifications:
Bachelors degree
One year of relevant work experience
Highly organized
Ability to handle multiple concurrent tasks/projects
Professional demeanor
Detail oriented
Proficient in MS Office
Excellent communication and writing skills
Some market research experience a plus

Company Description

Group SJR is a small independent marketing communications firm based in New York, NY, with an additional office in Los Angeles, specializing in technology, consumer products, apparel and luxury market research.

Group SJR offers competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including 401(k), medical insurance and commission on any business sold.

Posted by Kris Iringan

Trippier & Associates LLC Apparel Buyer (Los Angeles)

Learn and practice what store's are all about.

o Image of our store

o Fashion taste of our customer

Research fashion trends and shop competition.

o Read trade magazines for current trends.

o Study StyleSight for relevant directions.

o Shop competition.

o Propose trend directions for the upcoming season.

Review OTB, analyze weekly business and make appropriate purchases.

o Study Best Seller reports on Mondays and place the reorders.

o Review OTB and other weekly reports to determine our needs.

o Shop vendors, and decide on final buys.

Review sales and inventory plan periodically and advise the planner of changes, if necessary.

Review store inventory and instruct directions to the allocator as needed.

o Examine Store Analysis report to maintain optimum inventory by category at each store.

o Visit our stores to confirm your buys and assortment.

Communicate with Visual Merchandiser and field managers to facilitate sales.

o Communicate with stores to find out about their issues.

o Follow up on proper execution of markdowns and promotions..

o Provide information to Visual merchandiser to help direct visual presentations.

Submit monthly recap of business.

o Analyze what’s sold, on hand, on order, and weeks of supply by category.

o Review hits and misses to prepare for the future purchase decisions.

o Propose promotions or markdowns when needed.

Posted by Kris Iringan

Wet Seal District Director (Sacramento, CA)

District Director - Sacramento area NEEDED!!!

CANDIDATE MUST HAVE JUNIOR SPECIALTY EXPERIENCE

District Director will manage the area of Sacramento and surrounding market, and supervise multiple stores. District Directors teach, develop, motivate and inspire Store Managers to achieve store sales goals, operational compliance and personnel functions to ensure customer satisfaction, store maximum productivity and profitability.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sales Leadership

· Enforces high standards of Customer Service and selling

· Monitors store sales performance, productivity, results and accountability

· Analyzes sales and merchandise reports to identify business opportunities and concerns

Staffing and Store Management Development

· Forecasts and identify Store Personnel needs

· Recruits quality Store Management candidates

· Insures compliance with Employment Laws

· Insures store personnel are trained in Customer Service, Loss Prevention and Visual Presentation to support brand experience

· Administers company personnel program including appropriate performance reviews, compensation and employment records

· Documents Store Manager performance issues in a timely manner

· Represents District as a mentor, pro-active leader and problem solver

Operations Excellence

· Audits each store for compliance with company standard for all Policies and Procedures

· Manages payroll hours and payroll dollars to achieve wage cost goals

· Protects Company assets through enforcing Loss Prevention Policies and Procedures

· Protects district profit by ensuring accuracy and full store execution in pricing and signage of promotional and markdown directives

Visual Presentation and Merchandise Management

· Evaluate and communicate assortment, stock level and maintenance needs

· Insures store execution of floor-set, promotional and visual presentation directives

· Insures store appearance and atmosphere supports and reinforces brand image

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

§ Minimum of one year of experience of multi-store director experience and/or 4 to 5 years of high volume retail specialty store management experience

§ Proven leadership, motivational, development and organizational skills

§ Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

§ Ability to analyze and assess sales and merchandise reports

§ Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks in a demanding and continuously evolving environment

§ Must have flexibility in work schedule and hours including during holiday and peak selling periods

§ Willingness and ability to travel regularly by air and/or car, with overnight stays, as District and Corporate business dictates.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

§ High School graduate or equivalent

§ College Graduate Preferred

FASHION SAVVY:

§ Represents the fashion and style of Wet Seal

§ Knowledge of current fashion trends and styles

§ Appreciation and demonstration of an overall finished fashion look

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

§ Strong observation skills, identifying and assessing

§ Ability to retain and utilize data, i.e. names, merchandise, information, policies and procedures

Please send resumes to: Kristen.Jones@wetseal.com

REFERENCE "District Director" in subject line of email. Thank you.

posted by Michelle Fong

Tilly's Assistant Fashion Coordinator (Irvine, CA)

Assistant Fashion Coordinator

About the Job

The Assistant Fashion Coordinator assists the Fashion Coordinator with all assignments including but not limited to the following:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Fashion and color forecasting


• Trend Presentations


• Signs, marketing and visual coordination


• Catalog layout and merchandising


• Meeting coordination


• Organizing Special Events and Fashion Shows

Required Skills, Attributes and Knowledge:

• College degree required


• Experience in fashion/​retail/​wholesale industry required


• Excellent time management skills


• Organized and efficient


• Strong interpersonal, communication, networking and presentation skills


• Effective negotiation skills


• Familiarity with social networking website


• Excel and Word proficiency required


• Photoshop /​Illustrator proficiency preferred


• Strong fashion sense


• Able to recognize forward trends and help interpret to Tilly’s target customer
  

Job Summary

Company

Tilly's

Location

Irvine, CA 92618

Industries

Retail

Job Type

Full Time

Employee

posted by Michelle Fong

bebe Sr. Designer, Woven Tops (Los Angeles, CA)

Requisition Number	09-0419
Post Date	11/24/2009
Title	Sr.Designer, Woven Tops
City	Los Angeles
State	CA
Description	GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY (Brief description, level and purpose of position) Plans and directs certain aspects of department relating to established company goals, policies, objectives or initiatives. GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Duties that comprise more than 5% of time, responsibilities critical to the successful performance of the position) Plans, directs and executes a comprehensive collection of sellable product for the bebe customer within the specific classification. • Responsible for development and administration of all department responsibilities. • Interviews and selects employees to fill vacant positions. • Plans and conducts employee training to meet established company goals or initiatives • Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. • Develops, implements and maintains systems to meet needs and objectives. • Additional responsibilities, duties, and project as assigned. • Is loyal, professional, organized, flexible and hard working while employed at bebe. • Understand the bebe customer and her dynamic needs therefore designing sexy, sellable, and exclusive products for the sophisticated, fashion conscious customer. • Maintain the contemporary integrity of the brand while designing products that reflect the latest trends. • Accomplish the above task while meeting merchandising/production deadlines, staying within the assigned annual sampling budget for the department, maintaining a 50% adoption rate of samples going into production. • Forecast the latest fashion trends, and create seasonal mood/color boards focusing on the bebe marketing campaign and stores’ product assortment. • Source yarns, fabrics, skins and trims that address the above trends. • Sketch designs, with specific technical details communicating clearly the vision of the product to the assistant/associate designer responsible for the category. • Follow designs through the different stages; set up, pattern, sewing, and all the fittings from first to production, merchandising presentation, updates and changes requested by merchants, production. • Communicate regularly with corresponding merchant/planner/production manager to resolve ongoing issues, review the business, re-evaluate priorities to address the dynamic process of stores’ sales and customers’ needs. • Know the business, stay on top of best-sellers, worst-sellers, fabric-sales, color-sales, Open to Buy, SKU planning, etc. through regular communication with merchant/planner for the specific category. • Coordinate efforts with merchant on all outside vendor product developments. • Provide leadership and constant feedback to the associates/assistant designers through regular and clear communication. • Know the competition better than they know us. Regularly shop the bebe stores as well as the competitors to know our relative strength/weakness. Anticipate their next move and the general merchandising direction for future seasons. • Maintain communication and good relations with vendors, resources, factories, and peers. • Be organized while accomplishing the above goals.
Requirements	GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS (Skills, education, and abilities required to performing the position) • Degree in fashion design preferably from a Design Technical Institution. • 7-10 years of experience in design; preferably contemporary. • Have previous experience of design and product development for a vertical company. • Have experience working in a design team environment. • Have effective written and verbal communication skills. • Have expertise in organizational time management • Ability to take feedback in a group environment, and stay objective. • Ability to travel. • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing • Willingness to follow through, make informed decisions that comply with policies and procedures, complete tasks and problem solve • Analytical abilities and attention to detail are necessary • Intermediate knowledge of MS applications (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint) • Experience in retail operations and/or LP functions preferred • High school diploma or equivalent required, Degree preferred • Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks simultaneously; • Ability to cope with pressure, multiple deadlines, and working under pressure; and • Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with fellow co-workers. posted by Michelle Fong