08 Nov
|
Chase Labs
|
Kolkata
08 Nov
Chase Labs
Kolkata
About Chase Labs
At Chase Labs, we aspire to build and power a global portfolio of retail brands, driven by our expertise in data-led product design and an innovative, technology-enabled supply chain.
With a strong focus on innovation, creativity, and operational excellence, we are continuously exploring new ways to transform the fashion and retail landscape while moving towards a more sustainable future.
Our brand portfolio includes Miss Chase, Dolce Crudo, Miss Chase A+, Life with Pockets, House of Denim, and other emerging labels.
The role requires a strong understanding of textiles, fabric construction, trims, garment construction, dyeing, finishing, printing, and testing processes. The candidate will act as a key link between the design, merchandising, quality, production, and sourcing teams, as well as external suppliers and vendors, ensuring that all developments meet the required quality, cost, aesthetic, and performance standards.
Fabric & Trim Sourcing and Development
Collaborate with design, buying, and product development teams to understand fabric and trim requirements and translate creative concepts into commercially viable materials.
Explore new materials, suppliers, and manufacturing capabilities to strengthen the sourcing network.
Ensure all fabric and trim developments meet the required aesthetic, technical, and performance specifications.
Coordinate fabric and trim testing, evaluate test reports, and facilitate third-party certifications wherever required.
Track fabric, trim, and garment development progress in coordination with internal teams.
Costing & Commercial Management
Evaluate sourcing options based on quality, cost,
lead time, and supplier capabilities.
Work closely with internal teams to ensure cost-effective material selection without compromising quality.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with domestic and international mills, suppliers, and vendors.
Monitor market developments, new textile technologies, sustainability practices, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Fabric Technology, Apparel Merchandising, or a related discipline.
- 1–2 years of relevant experience in technical merchandising, fabric sourcing, product development, or purchasing.
- Strong technical knowledge of textiles, including fibres, yarns, fabric construction, dyeing, finishing, and fabric/trim testing standards.
- Good understanding of garment construction, fit, and grading.
- Practical knowledge of woven and knitted prints, machine embroidery, and surface embellishments is essential.
- Understanding of fabric and garment quality parameters and performance requirements.
- Experience working directly with domestic and international mills and suppliers (particularly India and China) will be an added advantage.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and database management.
- We are particularly interested in candidates from the garment manufacturing, apparel, textile, and export house industries who have hands-on experience in fabric and trim sourcing and technical product development.
If you have a solid technical understanding of textiles, enjoy working with suppliers, and can efficiently manage the journey from material development to bulk production, we would love to hear from you.
📌 Retail Sales / Merchandiser (Kolkata)
🏢 Chase Labs
📍 Kolkata