Alexander Wang Director, Raw Material, Development & Global Sourcing
- Define and execute the global raw materials sourcing and development strategy across all categories, owning materials from design development through SMS, bulk, and production handoff.
- Ensure materials are engineered for end use, aesthetic intent, quality standards, cost targets, and margin requirements.
- Drive category-agnostic processes and best practices that scale across RTW, Cut & Sew, Leather, and commercial product lines.
- Identify process, development, and supply chain optimization opportunities and lead implementation across all categories.
- Lead pre-seasonal, design-facing development while ensuring seamless transition into mill-facing SMS and bulk execution.
- Own fabric, leather, and material line plans, ex-mill tracking tools, and development focus strategies.
- Oversee all testing protocols, ensuring compliance with global standards and end-use performance.
- Partner with vendors to develop sustainable and innovative materials aligned with brand DNA.
- Manage special techniques including washes, dyes, finishes, and treatments across all SMS and bulk materials.
- Ensure on-time coordination of all material shipments from development through production.
- Oversee timely payment and shipment of all bulk orders supporting SMS prior to production release.
- Build and maintain a best-in-class global supplier base, including mills, tanneries, and vertical partners.
- Negotiate vendor lead times and capacity; partner with Production on key factory dates and execution timelines.
- Calibrate vertical vendors and mills to Alexander Wang design, quality, and execution standards.
- Explore opportunities to verticalize the supply base in country of origin to support commercial growth and efficiency.
- Partner with Supply Planning to platform and stage core materials, supporting speed, agility, and repeat programs.
- Lead cross-functional alignment with Design, Merchandising, Development, Production, and Supply Planning on all raw material strategies.
- Initiate all buying requirements in partnership with Merchandising for seasonal and core programs.
- Act as a senior decision-maker on seasonal fabric direction, quality escalations, and material overrides.
- Lead, coach, and inspire the global Raw Materials team, ensuring clarity of roles, accountability, and career development.
- Set annual team goals and objectives aligned with global strategies, driving productivity, engagement, and continuous improvement.
- Manage and develop direct reports, including Coordinators, and foster strong collaboration across functional silos.
- Own and manage the annual Raw Materials travel budget.
- Bachelor's or Associate degree in Fashion, Textile, or Production
- 7-10 years of experience in Raw Materials Development with expert knowledge of luxury and commercial knits, wovens, and leathers
- Strong knowledge of washes, dyes, material properties, and finishes
- Minimum 5 years of people management experience
- Proven leadership in end-to-end raw materials project management
- Strong cross-functional communication and strategic partnership skills
- Ability to partner with internal stakeholders including Creative Director, Development & Production leads, Design, Merchandising, and Overseas Sourcing
- Ability to manage and lead multiple team members
- Demonstrated ability to influence internal and external partners through change
- Office-based; 10-20% travel to overseas offices, mills, and factories
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