Fabric & Trim Associate

Tailored Brands, Inc. is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of menswear, including suits and a broad selection of business casual offerings as well as the largest provider of tuxedo rental products in the U.S. and Canada. We operate retail stores in all 50 states and Canada. Our U.S. retail stores are operated under the brand names of Men's Wearhouse, Jos. A. Bank, and K&G Fashion. Our Canadian stores are operated under the brand name of Moores in ten provinces. Our purpose is to help our customers love how they look for moments that matter. We accomplish this by providing a personal, convenient, one-of-a-kind shopping experience with compelling products and world-class service. We help fulfill this mission by providing our employees with an engaging and inclusive workplace focused on teamwork, growth and respect. If you want to make a difference, be part of a great team and grow, you might be a perfect fit.About the JobWe currently have an exciting opportunity for Fabric and Trim Research and Development Associate to join our menswear fashion design team. This position will have the opportunity to interact with cross-functional partners as well as interact with our Strategic Sourcing partners and Key Mill/Trim base. The fabric associate will report directly to the Fabric R&D Sr. Manager and work alongside a team of designers with a focus on design trends, sourcing, and innovation.What You'll Do | Key AccountabilitiesSupport the R&D manager in following up with design, production, mills, and vendors on outstanding fabric data to ensure on time delivery.Review all seasonal fabric and trim developments with Director and Manager to ensure proper allocation and development of fabric and trims to meet designs vision, merchandising requirements, and corporate goals. Work with Manager to troubleshoot and resolve development and bulk issues effectively.Proactively track labdips, handlooms, knitdowns, sample yardage and trim development ready dates and report statuses regularly to managers to meet calendar deadlines.Filing/Organizing labdips, handlooms, knit downs, fabric and trim submits.Assist in entering and maintaining fabric and trim information in PLM and fabric development charts.Upload Fabric and Trim Development SheetsMaintain fabric and trim library, manage receipt of new fabric selections and file accordingly.Receive packages containing fabric submissions and pull appropriate standards to review with Director and or ManagerAssist manager with special sourcing projects across all fabric and trim initiatives.Skills & ExperiencePreferably 2-3 years of experience in fabric and design or relevant experience in a similar position for a fashion companyBasic knowledge of fiber, yarn, fabric structure, finishing and textile science with an emphasis on knits and wovensHigh attention to detailAbility to clearly articulate goals and objectives, to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Must have a proactive attitude, strong organizational and multitasking skills ability under deadlines.Must be proficient with Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and PLM.Efficient written and oral communication skills - ability to communicate clearly and concisely to cross-functional teams, sourcing partners, mills, and trim sources.Work Environment, Physical & Mental DemandsAbility to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of timeAbility to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist, and reach dailyAble to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionallyMust utilize visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipmentBenefitsThis role is eligible for healthcare including medical, dental and vision, retirement savings (401k with a company match), income protection programs such as life, accident and disability insurance, paid time off for sick leave, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, and holidays, wellbeing program, commuter, adoption assistance, education assistance, legal services, and employee merchandise discounts. For more detailed information go to mytbtotalrewards.com.Work-Life BalanceWe understand the demands of work, school, family, and personal responsibilities. Through our work-life resources and programs we offer services for every stage of life to help you manage the day-to-day needs. We offer programs such as:Zoom-Free Fridays | so you can catch up on workSummer Fridays | from Memorial Day to Labor Day so you can enjoy a head start to the weekendHoliday Early Departure | close out early the business day before a company observed holidayThe starting [salary/rate] for this position is $76,398 - $90,000 and may increase to $127,296 depending on merit, length of service with the Company, and other factors. We take into consideration an individual's skills, background, and experience in determining final salary. Base pay information is based on market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable.Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.