Lead Technical Raw Material Developer- Denim and Wash

Lead Technical Raw Material Developer- Denim and Wash

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Position Details

Position Location : Dearborn, MI

Department : Global Product Development- Raw Materials

Reports to : Manager, Raw Material Development

Job Classification : Hybrid

FLSA : Exempt

Job Band : Professional

Inspired by Hard work

In everything we do, we honor the hardworking legacy of our founder, Hamilton Carhartt. We drive innovation by finding new, better ways to achieve success. We earn trust through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. We build lasting customer relationships by delivering solutions that prioritize their needs. Above all, we believe actions speak louder than words—because we are worn by the hardest-working people of all.

Job Summary

The Lead Technical Raw Material Developer (Denim & Wash) supports the company brand product strategy and department vision to build fiber up raw material developments; lead research on new wash and chemistry; and bring innovation through pipeline developments.

In this role, the developer will maintain all developments under GTM calendar; collaborate with suppliers for issue resolution; and lead development meetings to communicate status updates to cross functional teams. The Lead Technical RM Developer builds and fosters strong collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.

Representative Responsibilities

• Lead new seasonal and resource developments through "setting the standards" for each platform development by analyzing Carhartt requirements, end use, and historical standards. Ensure all developments can meet Carhartt quality requirements, within cost targets, and successfully handed off to Quality team for bulk production.
• Establish production wash standards on denim and washed programs. Strong focus on raw material development for denim and washed product categories; chemistry, wash and garment finish (wet and dry) capabilities; and testing to meet brand standards. Establish production wash standards on denim and washed programs.
• Lead pipeline innovation developments through research of new fiber, yarn, chemistry, and machinery technologies; builds wash library that supports seasonal business color / wash needs; and incorporates product sustainability where applicable.
• Analyze and interpret raw material test results based on development specifications in a timely manner. Partners with material suppliers to troubleshoot and resolve development failures.
• Builds tested and passing wash (wet and dry processes) ranges by platform to support seasonal line plan needs.
• Leads material resourcing and partners with PD team on resourcing efforts for denim and washed products to support global supply chain growth needs and risk mitigation.
• Partner with Sourcing on vendor selection based on wash capability and technology, to troubleshoot any developments including but not limited to manufacturing locations, pricing, MOQ, delivery issues, and lead time; and stage materials for on time Prototype and SMS (salesman sample) deliveries.
• Participate in cross-functional Product Development meetings to share status updates, issues and business implications, and ensure Design / Merchant alignment. With manager guidance, provide solutions and recommendations for issue resolution.
• Develop, maintain and foster key relationships with counterparts in Supply Chain, Design, Technical Design, Color Management, Sourcing, and Quality.
• Lead material supplier meetings with cross functional teams including Product Development, Design, and Merch teams. Research and onboard new suppliers, as needed, for continuous innovation to Carhartt's supplier base.
• Continue to build on technical expertise and industry trends related to the textile and apparel industry including new technologies and with a focus on how these changes and / or trends can influence and support divisional and company strategies.

Required Education

Required Skills & Experience

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Retail Apparel and Fashion

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