Job Description

The Kasper Group is an apparel industry leader, offering women wardrobe solutions for their wear-to-work and special occasion dressing needs. Driven by excellence and exceptional talent, The Kasper Group has remained a forerunner in fashion for over 30 years. We are committed to delivering iconic brands ( Kasper, Anne Klein, LeSuit, Kenneth Cole ) , relevant fashions and trusted, quality products to our consumers. Come be a part of our exceptional talent!

We are currently seeking a motivated Fabric Operations Assistant to join our team! Supporting the Director of Textiles, you will work closely with Design and Production to facilitate fabric flow, R&D, and sourcing.

Key Responsibilities:

Production & Supplier Coordination

• Act as the primary point of contact for mills; flag potential delays and ensure all target completion dates are met.
• Clearly communicate technical fabric questions to overseas factories to ensure standards are maintained.
• Request FDS sheets and collaborate with suppliers on pricing, minimums, width, and content; source local sub-proto yardage as needed.
• Assist in ordering sample yardage for market and manage the receipt and filing of all bulk/sample lots.

Development & Data Management

• Maintain precise, detailed records of all fabric developments from initial adoption through pre-production.
• Request FDS for all sampled qualities and maintain organized digital files in the corporate shared folders.
• Interface with Design and Production teams to ensure quality standards and fabric strategies align with brand goals.

Sample & Library Management

• Organize the physical fabric library (standards, prints, and color items) to ensure it is accessible for all teams.
• Cut and label swatches for Design boards; assist designers in pulling yardage for sample cutting.
• Create and maintain seasonal binders of all submits and keep 1/4 yard cutting references for house records.

Requirements

• Degree in Textiles, Supply Chain, Buying, or Merchandising preferred.
• Previous internship experience is highly preferred.
• Strong background in woven and knit construction/development.
• Working knowledge of MS Office & Excel is required; PLM and Photoshop knowledge is a plus.
• Proven ability to prioritize a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment with a natural "retention for facts" and systems.
• A strong brand aesthetic and understanding of the Anne Klein consumer.

Salary Range: $55K – $60K *Actual base salary will be based upon experience, qualifications, and/or assigned unit.

The Kasper Group is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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