HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO GROUP INC - Senior Specialist Fabric
Location: MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
Job Requirements:
Auto req ID: 24767
Title: Senior Specialist Fabric (Hybrid)
Job Function: Apparel
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Shift: SHIFT 1
At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion, we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?
Job Summary:
As part of our General Merchandise & Apparel Product Development team, your role as a Senior Fabric Specialist will require you to carry out all aspects of research, development, and design in materials to support the overall design and development process. You’ll be involved in the overall fabric development and color approval process and be a strategic partner with our designers.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead overall material development for knits, wovens, technical performance fabrics, and seasonal trend direction.
- Collaborate with Design to create materials that achieve specifics around product functionality (e.g., motorcycle riding gear = abrasion, impact, waterproofing, wind-proofing, heating/cooling, breathable fabrics, and reflective material).
- Research and present emerging materials trends into seasonal palettes.
- Partner with Design and Production to ensure the total fabric package is suitable for end use (meets both performance and aesthetic direction).
- Participate in sample review sessions to achieve the best product oversight.
- Create a collaborative and strategic partnership with fabric mills.
- Review testing with the product team to ensure fabric quality meets end use requirements.
- Develop and maintain a fabrics library with up-to-date materials, testing history, and inspirational fabrics.
- Continuously build advanced materials expertise and work to create a network of contacts within the industry.
- Evaluate the risks associated with all material developments and communicate them to the product teams.
- Manage and maintain color standards and libraries, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for all teams.
- Ensure color consistency across multiple product categories and styles while also considering the unique characteristics of each item.
Harley-Davidson is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or other classes protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Instructions: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/D77A1768C4A247AC
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