Manager, Raw Material/Trim

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together.

Overall Responsibilities

Fabric/material sourcing and development                                                                                                                                       

• Monitor and analyze industry trends and market dynamics to support the formulation of raw material sourcing and development strategies, identifying opportunities for new materials and process applications.
• Develop and maintain expert knowledge of material properties and innovations across different products and scenarios, providing professional input for product development decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Product Development, and Manufacturing to align material strategies with company goals and ensure project success.
• Proactively engage with NY team to accurately understand their custom material requirements, preferences, and expectations, maintaining strong relations between NY team and suppliers.
• Lead and drive key customer material development projects, providing end-to-end technical guidance and project management support.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with potential suppliers; establish and maintain strong and efficient supplier partnerships to ensure stable and cost-competitive material supply.

Fabric/material production and quality management

• Oversee the entire bulk material production follow up, including fabric booking, bulk quality and color submissions and approval, quality inspections and delivery on time.
• Regularly monitor and evaluate supplier performance, quality, and compliance, driving continuous improvement.
• Promptly address and resolve critical issues related to material quality, and/or delivery to mitigate business risks.

Others

• Continuously optimize material sourcing and development processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen supply chain resilience.
• Prepare regular reports on material procurement and production activities, including key performance indicators and strategic recommendations for management decision-making.
• Assist in supervising Centric Guangzhou materials team, providing daily guidance, coaching and support.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the line manager.

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Additional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Materials Science, Textile Engineering, Chemistry, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in raw material development or sourcing, with at least 3 years in team coordination or project management.
• Familiarity with material properties, supply chain processes, and quality control standards; strong market insight and data analysis capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Good command of both written and spoken English.
• Proactive, results-oriented, and capable of handling multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

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