The Opportunity:
Adecco is partnering with a well-established international retail sourcing organisation to identify an experienced Fabric Development Specialist. This role will be supporting end-to-end fabric initiatives across product categories. You will play a key role in driving fabric innovation, ensuring technical excellence, and working closely with suppliers to deliver consistent, high-quality developments aligned with business requirements.
The Job:
- Support the sourcing and development of fabrics across assigned categories, including innovation initiatives and new material exploration
- Partner closely with category teams on cost optimisation projects, including fabric benchmarking and price tracking
- Conduct technical evaluations and risk assessments of fabrics during the sampling stage, ensuring suitability for production
- Oversee fabric approvals, including quality, performance, and compliance standards
- Maintain and manage fabric libraries, along with records for development, sampling, and colour approvals
- Ensure compliance with product safety and chemical regulations, working with internal stakeholders to resolve any issues
- Monitor development timelines to ensure samples are delivered in line with the overall business calendar
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. sourcing, product development, quality) to drive innovation and continuous improvement
The Talent:
- Degree in Textile Science, Textile Engineering, or a related discipline
- At least 7 years of relevant experience within a buying office or similar sourcing environment
- Strong hands-on experience in fabric development, including print, colour, and production processes
- Solid understanding of textile quality standards and testing methodologies
- Familiar with product safety regulations and compliance requirements within the textile industry
- Strong communication skills and ability to work across regional teams
- Open to travelling overseas for supplier visits and industry exhibitions
Next Steps:
- Prepare your updated resume and send to [Confidential Information] in MS Word Copy.
- We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Charmaine See
Direct Line: 8126 8182
EA License No: 91C2918
Personnel Registration Number: R2199181
