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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location new york, New York

About this job

Ralph Lauren Corporation is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances. For more than 44 years, Polos reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets.

Purpose and scope: Provide

specific information regarding all raw materials associate with products being

developed and produced.Key Responsibilities:Partner and work closely with design team to

provide and guide trim needs.Execute

developments; collaborate with vendors to ensure cohesive aesthetic direction.Adhere to trim and design corporate

calendars.Collaborate with trim vendors to research

time or inquire new trim collection.Set up trim meeting for design to view

collection or to address trim related product and functions with vendors.Develop trim that comply and meets companys

standard requirements and Government Global raw material compliance.Responsible to ensure trim vendor upload

compliance and care in system timely.Good knowledge in trim product development

processes, raw material and cost involve.Strong negotiation skills to establish trim

price, manage trim minimums, surcharges and lead time. Liaise with production on garment washes and

trim budget.Work closely with production on trim with long

lead time or urgent late trim add.Attend seasonal costing meeting to secure

projections for negotiation and cost saves. Attend weekly/ bi-weekly trim related status

meetings. Creative thought process to handle co-source

or counter trim sources activities.Liaise with supervisor to monitor vendors

core product and negotiate better price for future season.Review and send seasonal trim report to

respective trim vendors.Approve trim submit and color.Timely update detailed trim information into

systems.Interact with Design, Merchandising and

logistical support groups.Mentor associate.

Qualifications:College degree preferred.4+ years proficiency in development of Trim,

yarn, construction, finishing, garments, washes and costing.Proficient in Microsoft Office specifically Outlook,

Word, Excel and ability to learn new systems.Knowledge of garment construction, washes, and

trim costing.Strong analytical skills and ability to

negotiate.Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.Ability to regularly re-position priorities to

accommodate frequent change.Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and

deadlines.Good problem solving and results oriented.Excellent organizational and detail oriented

skills.

Ralph Lauren is an equal opportunity employer. We offer dynamic career opportunities with growth potential and a generous company discount.