Associate Fabric Developer - Full-time

pDescription/ppWe are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive strongAssociate Fabric Developer/strong to support seasonal and core fabric initiatives across multiple categories. This role will manage 1–2 fabric categories and be responsible for fabric development, fabric testing and compliance, approvals, and coordination with global partners. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of fabric development fundamentals, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative approach to working in a cost-sensitive, fast-paced environment./ppbr//ppstrongResponsibilities/strong nbsp;/ppemLeadership amp; Coordination/em/pulliAssist in managing fabric development timelines and communication across global sourcing regions—including China, India, and Bangladesh—while continuously exploring new sourcing opportunities./liliCollaborate with cross-functional teams and global partners to align development strategy with design, margin goals, and calendar milestones./li/ulpemStrategic Fabric Development/em/pulliOwn end-to-end development of 1–2 fabric categories, supporting all development, testing, and compliance specific to Walmart requirements./liliActively participate in Mill Weeks (4x/year) by curating fabric assortments that balance trend-forward options with core fabrics optimized for cost./liliSource and recommend fabric alternatives that support both creative direction and business needs, with a focus on cost efficiency./liliPartner with overseas mills and suppliers on fabric and yarn development, ensuring clarity of requests and alignment on timelines./li/ulpnbsp;nbsp;emApproval amp; Prioritization/em/pulliiManage daily fabric development workflows, including status updates, test tracking, and timely follow-through on approvals./liliProactively flag bulk fabric feasibility concerns and escalate to manager with suggested next steps or solutions./li/ulpemSeasonal amp; Mill Week Support/em/pulliCoordinate Mill Week submissions and assist in preparing fabric presentations for the design team./liliCollaborate with suppliers and design to ensure a robust offering of innovation, seasonal relevance, and price-appropriate options./li/ulpemSupplier amp; Fabric Engagement/em/pulliSupport global sourcing efforts by identifying mills and fabrics that align with both aesthetic and commercial goals./liliEvaluate fabric qualities for performance, hand feel, cost, and production feasibility./liliMaintain clear and timely communication with overseas counterparts and mill partners./li/ulpemCommunication amp; Team Support/em/pulliMaintain consistent, professional communication across Teams, email, and PLM./liliKeep fabric development documentation accurate and up to date for team visibility./li/ulpemQuality Assurance/em/pulliSupport quality control by reviewing test reports and addressing any issues during development, with a focus on Walmart testing protocols and compliance standards./liliPartner with the development team to manage re-approvals or relaunches when necessary./li/ulpemPresentation amp; Reporting/em/pulliPrepare clear and concise PowerPoint presentations to communicate seasonal sourcing updates and fabric strategies to design and merchandising./liliHelp summarize development progress, pricing insights, and fabric status for internal meetings and recaps.nbsp;/li/ulpRequirements/pulliBachelor’s Degree in Textiles, Fashion, or a related field/lili1–3 years of experience in fabric development or sourcing preferred/liliDeep interest in fabric innovation, cost optimization, and material performance/liliHighly organized with strong attention to detail and time management skills/liliEffective communicator with ability to manage priorities across teams and time zones/liliProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); PLM experience a plus/li/ulpbr//ppstrongHybrid Work Schedule/strong/ppem4 days a week in the office, 1 day work from home/em/ppbr//ppstrongNew York Pay Rate $25.00 - $32.50 per hour/strong/ppemWe strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment./em/ppbr//ppstrongCompany Overview/strong/ppemGolden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend focused products for nearly 50 years. We produce private label brands for large mass market retailers across the globe specializing in children’s, junior, missy and women’s apparel./em/ppbr//ppstrongDiversity Vision Statement/strong/ppemWe are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled./em/ppbr//ppemWe are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor./em/p