Trim/Textile Manager, Wholesale Apparel

PREMIER BRANDS GROUP HOLDINGS

Iconic by Nature, Exceptional by Design

Premier Brands Group Holdings, A Global Leader in Apparel, Jewelry and Accessories Design

Driven by excellence and innovative talent, Premier Brands Group is a leading, global apparel group of iconic brands, offering a diverse portfolio in denim, women’s apparel, and jewelry.

Premier Brands Group is comprised of three distinct businesses that create top-tier brands for the discerning consumer. One Jeanswear Group designs and distributes a distinguished portfolio of branded and private label Jeanswear throughout North America.

An apparel industry leader for 30+ years, The Kasper Group has remained committed to excellence in offering iconic brands and relevant womenswear designs.

The Jewelry Group has a 20+ year legacy of developing, sourcing and selling elevated fashion jewelry pieces, with a design-centric point of view.

Our legacy is rooted in our rich portfolio of the most covetable denim, apparel, jewelry and accessories brands in the world. Each respective group is Iconic by Nature and Exceptional by Design.

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Trim Manager. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following

• Research and development of all Trim components including small trim packaging ( Hangtags, labels, jokers, patches) & counter sourcing/ negotiating for price reductions.
• Maintain quality control on bulk trims; including quality approval / trim testing
• Work with vendors on any quality control issues and establishing needed standards.
• Ability to Follow and adhere to Time & Action Calendar and Manage WIP CHARTS for multiple divisions
• Work closely with the design team on new trim development and sourcing
• Communicate proper label and packaging details to factories seasonally so factories have the most accurate information.
• Source new and existing trim from overseas vendors and factories
• Monitor and manage production requirements to establish trim inventory levels to meet projected demand
• Establish and maintain seasonal TRIM Library record for effective sourcing/counter sourcing of variety of Trims as well as maintaining a library of existing repeated trims and colors for easy access when approvals or programs are initiated.
• Instruct Trim Suppliers on the corporate requirements for Trim Testing and inspections policies; Provide technical support to Trim vendors/ factories in terms of trim being used.
• Settling issues and problems with vendors & factories.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Knowledge of fabric, fiber, yarns, etc.
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Must be very organized and detail oriented
• Great time management and ability to multi-task

Salary Range:  75K – 85K *Actual base salary for this role within the above range will be based upon experience, qualifications and/or assigned unit.

An EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nation origin, disability or protected veteran status.