Task 1: Material Sourcing & Development
*** research material trend to introduce Brands, build a material library
Collaborate with the product team and vendors to resolve any discrepancies found in item descriptions.
Lead the arrangement of in- house and external lab tests for materials with quality concerns.
Directly communicate with buyers (e.g., Nike) to track and verify detailed material information in RMDS (Raw Material Data Sheet) against vendor confirmations.
Oversee the setup and maintenance of the material library in the ERP system.
Handle submissions to customers for material quality and lab dip approvals before bulk production orders.
Monitor and evaluate suppliers based on ISO requirements.
Manage the collection of testing reports, standards, and risk assessments (including limitations on heat and washing conditions) from vendors.
Manage the creation of master charts for each style based on development TPs/BOMs.
Oversee the entire process of collecting material information, including quality, price, MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity), and lead time (LT), from vendors.
Task 2: Material Purchasing & Inventory Management
Lead the balancing of materials for all sample orders.
Supervise the creation of material consumption charts for sample orders and ensure they are tracked and updated.
Verify details of performance invoices (PIs) against purchase orders and get approval before releasing orders.
Oversee the tracking of material shipment documents and updating shipment info and HS codes in tracking sheets.
Communicate with vendors regarding any material shortages or replacements needed due to defects.
Coordinate with the shipping department to track material arrival dates at the factory and update the tracking files.
Direct the team to cross- check monthly inventory reports with the warehouse.
Manage all input, output, and inventory data, and prepare detailed reports.
Direct the team in creating purchase orders manually or through the ERP system for materials needed for sample orders.
Manage the tracking of material payment status with the accounting department for shipment release.
Task 3: Team Leadership & Other Responsibilities
Oversee the preparation and sharing of material dashboards for relevant departments.
Lead and mentor the material purchasing and material staff teams, assigning tasks and providing guidance.
Collaborate with cross- functional teams on specific subjects.
Make meeting recaps and follow up on pending issues.
Ensure the team attends internal and external training sessions
Oversee the creation of fabric swatches and trims cards for cross- functional teams to use as a reference for bulk stages.
Attend management meetings and development activities meetings.
