✨ AI Summary
Levi Strauss & Co. is seeking a Fabric Merchandiser in Cairo, Egypt. Reporting to the Country Sourcing Manager, this role involves working with mills on new fabric concepts, developing and approving fabric specifications, testing protocols, and performance requirements. The candidate will drive costing, MOQ, and lead-time negotiations, identify innovation and cost engineering opportunities, and ensure on-time sampling and bulk approvals. Responsibilities also include managing capacity planning, delivery performance, monitoring bulk fabric testing and quality checks, and assisting with fabric technical issues. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.
Required qualifications include a degree in textile engineering, in-depth technical knowledge of woven fabrics (especially denim), and 4-6 years of denim fabric experience. Denim mill experience is mandatory. Candidates must have knowledge of finishes applied to fabric, experience in formulations, wet & dry processes, chemicals, and their application to meet brand requirements. The ability to transfer developmental formulations to production is also necessary.
Requirements
A degree in textile engineering, in-depth technical knowledge in woven fabric including denim, and 4-6 years of denim fabric experience are required. Mandatory denim mill experience, knowledge of fabric finishes, and experience in formulations, wet & dry processes, and chemicals are also essential.
Description
Job ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Country Sourcing Manager, the candidate will:Work with mills on new fabric concepts as defined by PDFabric development and cross source activitiesReview, adjust and approve fabric specifications, testing protocols and performance requirements.Drive costing, MOQ and lead-time negotiations on seasonal basis.Identify opportunities for innovation and cost engineering options.Ensure on-time sampling and bulk approvalsManage Capacity planning and delivery performanceSupport monitor bulk fabric testing and quality checksAssist trouble shoot fabric technical issues.Drive fabric related communication with PD, quality and suppliersExcess Fabric ManagementJob RequirementsTo qualify for the above position, you should haveA degree in textile engineeringIn-depth technical knowledge in woven fabric including denimAbility to handle testing, technical and quality issues independently4-6 years denim fabric experienceDenim Mill experience is mandatoryStrong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to collaborate and resolve issues with internal and external team/suppliers.Must have knowledge of finishes applied to fabric that will withstand standard quality.Must have experience in formulations, wet & dry processes, chemicals and their application in finish formulation to achieve acceptable garment results that meet Brands requirements.Must have ability to transfer developmental formulation to production environment