Fabric Development Coordinator
Responsibilities:- Inquire on fabric detail sheets and secure sample yardage for seasonal development
- Complete development sheets/send outgoing developments based on Manager's allocation
- Communicate with the mills to ensure developments and requests are clear and on time.
- Partner with design and PD on monthly & seasonal fabric developments and allocation
- Coordinate with PD to pull seasonal fabric roll and update price/lead time in the chart
- Set up and maintain Tradestone (URBN PLM System) fabric folders
- Clo set ups and measurements
- Maintain daily communication with cross functional partners, fabric mills, and garment agents as needed
- Work with design team on daily inquiries
- Assist in setting up seasonal presentations.
- Job Skills
- Experience in textiles
- Knowledge of global textile market
- Highly organized and efficient
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced and team-based environment
- Excellent communication skills
- EducationDegree in textile related field 2+ years in fabric merchandising or fabric sourcing with a large US/EU company preferred
- Basic knowledge in yarn, fabric, knitting, weaving dyeing and finishing
- Location(Philadelphia PA Home Office)
Urban Outfitters, Inc. celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment.
