PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent attention to detail, time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
- Positive attitude and ability to handle highly confidential information
- Strong work ethic with a professional demeanor.
- Ability to work in a team.
- Ability to work independently.
- High energy level.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated experience in being a self-starter.
- Ability to deal with internal/external customers with enthusiasm and professionalism.
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
- Must possess confidence, good judgment, energy, and the right personality to work in a challenging environment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- BS in Textiles, Material Science, Polymer Science or Chemistry with 6+ years of experience.
- MS in Textiles, Material Science, Polymer Science, or Chemistry with 4+ years of experience (preferred).
- Previous research experience in a science or engineering field is required.
- Previous work experience in technical textile development is a must.
- 10+ years of progressive industry management experience.
- Direct experience in supervision of marketing, communications, sales and/or product development.
- Strong working knowledge and experience with Internet Explorer, various CRMs, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook and/or other data related software.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Extensive experience leading materials development & R&D managing, including fabric and trim development.
- Expertise in both knit and woven fabric constructions is required
- Experience with seamless and yarn sourcing is a plus.
- Excellent knowledge of vendors and mills.
- Innovative with strong design sensibilities.
- Color and Print development experience and understanding needed.
- Knowledge of fabric construction standards, test standards, and manufacturing method.
- Dynamic analytical, problem solving and project management abilities with proven systems knowledge and expertise.
- Excellent customer service orientation with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and adapt to last-minute changes.
- Ability to develop strategic objectives and drive tactical plans to achieve objectives.
- Demonstrated willingness to be flexible, versatile and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency.
- Expertise with financial management and budgeting.
- Demonstrated project management experience.
- Strong negotiation abilities.
- Strong marketing and business development expertise.
- Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial spirit.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be required to work in the manufacturing or distribution centers throughout the company.
*The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer at any time with or without notice.
AA/EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics. *
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