Columbia Sportswear, Inc.:
Raw Materials Assistant Job in Burlington, VT

CLOTHING FOR POSITIVE CHANGE (C4PC)

From the farm to the factory to our closets, we all have an opportunity to create positive change through clothing as we work to fundamentally change the way clothing is made.

Do you want to join a team committed to creating positive change in the world through the C4PC movement?

Consider prAna, where you can transcend the current trends and demand more from your wardrobe and your employer; where you can help an enthusiastic and loyal audience celebrate the outdoors and their own unique style; and where you can help lessen our impact on the planet and its people every day.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Materials Development Assistant is an important support role on the Material team. This role is responsible for supporting the overall execution of materials development from conception to production under direction of the Raw Materials Manager. This role assists the Raw Materials Manager and Raw Materials Specialist to achieve materials initiatives utilizing creative thinking, critical analysis, time management, and problem-solving skills. The position supports the fabric and trim development, data management, and department organization as needed for successful materials execution, leading to commercial execution of products. The position works under the close supervision and direction of the Raw Materials Manager.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Sourcing Support
Helps prepare and assemble presentation of seasonal materials to Design team as directed by Materials Manager

Assist Materials Specialist with preparing and sending materials for seasonal sourcing


Development Support
Create and maintain physical and virtual Materials libraries and wash references

File all relevant development, sample, and bulk submit on a regular basis

Evaluate fabric submits against spec sheets and testing documents and escalate discrepancies

Collaborate with Color Specialist to evaluate and approve bulk trim and fabric approvals for production

Collect mail, tracks packages, and utilizes fabric WIP and Materials database to problem solve

Assists with tracking, documenting, and uploading development and bulk materials test report

Assists as needed to ensure accurate data gathering and input into systems

Communicates and follows up with vendors regarding materials as needed


Product Integrity
Makes thoughtful daily decisions to maintain high levels of standards in quality - from development to production

Gathers and communicate performance testing standards to Vendors seasonally

Helps to prevent, identify, rectify and problem solve quality or process issues with internal and overseas team members when materials do not meet standards and create solutions for future


Sustainability Environmental Health & Safety
Understands and works within prAnas standards of Environmental Health & Safety and how it relates to our employees and consumers, based on vendor requirements, Bluesign certified fabrics, sustainable fibers, Restricted Substances List (RSL), Fair Trade program, and social compliance

Develops and applies knowledge of prAnas Testing Manual and relates requirements to our daily decision-making, the Mills we work with, and what it means to our consumer


YOU ARE
Calm and mindful disposition in all actions

Attention to detail

Ability to manage time and workload, prioritizing heavy workloads and multiple seasons overlapping

Ability to be flexible working in an environment with shifting demands and priorities

Excels in a team-based structure and maintains a positive attitude in a team environment

Self-directed, initiative

Ability to achieve goals, tasks and responsibilities with a high level of integrity

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Effective and organized presentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and openness to new ideas and change

Ability to work with diverse personalities and work-styles


YOU HAVE
Bachelors degree or equivalent education in Apparel &/or Textile Product Development, Merchandising or Design is required

2+ years industry experience in product development

1+ years of working applied knowledge of materials (knit/ woven fabrics, trims, findings) in Apparel

Understanding of supply chain transparency and compliance

Entry-level experience in costing and negotiating

Working knowledge of PDM systems, Word, Excel, Adobe Illustrator, SharePoint


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We create versatile, stylish, and sustainable clothing and accessories that you can wear during every activity, every adventure, every day. How do we know? Because we base our designs on our own experiences. You see were more than makers, were doersyogis, climbers, and world travelersand we use our knowledge to make adventurous, free-spirited clothes that look good and play hard.


This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.


At Columbia Sportswear Company (CSC), we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. CSC believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.