Fabric Manager (Sportswear)

The Edge Partnership

  • Hong Kong
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Please email your cv directly in word format with job reference no. JOB – 15257 toPlease note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us in the next 5 business days, we regret to inform you that your application for this position was unsuccessful. commerce-hk@theedgepartnership.comKey responsibilities
  • Fabric Sourcing & Development: Source and develop high-performance, seasonal fabrics tailored to sportswear needs
  • Supplier Management: Negotiate costs, MOQs, lead times, and quality standards with fabric mills; maintain and expand a global sourcing network.
  • Sample & Bulk Coordination: Oversee sample fabric orders, testing, and inspection to ensure compliance with sportswear standards.
  • Trend & Innovation: Research emerging fabric technologies and sportswear trends; propose innovative concepts to design and product teams.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Production, Design, and QA teams to resolve bulk fabric issues and ensure on-time delivery.
  • Performance Evaluation: Assess fabric mill performance (quality, reliability, sustainability) and recommend improvements or alternative suppliers.
Role requirements
  • Education: Degree in Related discipline.
  • 5+ years in sportswear fabric sourcing/development, with 2+ years in a supervisory role.
  • Deep expertise in performance fabrics.
  • Excellent negotiation, cost analysis, and supplier relationship management.
  • Proficient in MS Office (Excel for data analysis), PLM systems.
  • Fluency in English and Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese) for supplier communication.

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