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<title><![CDATA[Buyer (Childrens)]]></title>
<link>http://www.clothingindustryjobs.com/JobDisplay.asp?id=3079</link>
<description><![CDATA[Rainbow USA is recognized as one of the fastest growing junior, kids, plus, and petite, specialty apparel retail chains and has grown to over 1,000 retail stores!  We have multiple retail lines that pride themselves on their impeccable customer service, strong customer loyalty, and fashion forward apparel.  Rainbow USA is a progressive and rapidly growing retail organization that consistently thrives to open 60 retail store locations each year. Since 1935 the company has been privately held, debt free and growing.We are seeking friendly, high energy, career orientated individuals to join our growing team.-- Buyer Girls --We are seeking a fashion led Girls Buyers to have responsibility for the sizes 7-16 ranges. Now with over 1100 stores; our aim is to provide clothing for girls who don't want to compromise on quality, price, or fashion!  The Girls Buyers must have strong development skills and have the ability to work with a small team.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Merchandise Planner]]></title>
<link>http://www.clothingindustryjobs.com/JobDisplay.asp?id=3080</link>
<description><![CDATA[Rainbow USA is recognized as one of the fastest growing junior, kids, plus, and petite, specialty apparel retail chains and has grown to over 1,000 retail stores!  We have 12 retail lines that pride themselves on their impeccable customer service, strong customer loyalty, and fashion forward apparel. The company has been privately held and debt free since 1935.   Rainbow USA is a progressive and rapidly growing retail organization that consistently thrives to open 60 retail store locations each year.We are seeking friendly, high energy, customer oriented, fashion forward managers with a retail background to join our winning team!  PlannerThe Planner develops merchandise plans to support Company goals and growth objectives. She/He will provide analytical support and challenges to our buyers to maximize business opportunities.Responsibilities:Partner with Vice President of Planning and Divisional Managers to develop seasonal core vendor targets that support corporate sales, margin, and turnover objectives.Manage monthly core vendor performance and assist buyers in evaluating issues and opportunities.Support VP and Divisional Managers with data and analysis. Draw conclusions about opportunities and liabilities and follow through to execution.Partner with VP of Planning, Buyers, and Divisional Managers to develop long-range seasonal targets. Ensure division alignment to these goals.Forecast sales, markdowns, and receipts and inventory to develop accurate buy meeting goals.Maintain profiles of standard reports and continually ensure the merchants are maximizing the effectiveness of new tools.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Buyer (plus sizes)]]></title>
<link>http://www.clothingindustryjobs.com/JobDisplay.asp?id=3081</link>
<description><![CDATA[Rainbow USA is recognized as one of the fastest growing junior, kids, plus, and petite, specialty apparel retail chains and has grown to over 1,000 retail stores!  We have 12 retail lines that pride themselves on their impeccable customer service, strong customer loyalty, and fashion forward apparel.  Rainbow USA is a progressive and rapidly growing retail organization that consistently thrives to open 60 retail store locations each year.We are seeking friendly, high energy, career orientated individuals to join our growing team.-- Plus-Size Buyer --We are seeking a fashion led Plus-Size Buyer to have responsibility for the ladies clothing ranges. Now with over 1100 stores and 80% of which are carrying fashion for our plus-size customer; our aim is to provide clothing for real women who don't want to compromise on quality or fashion! It is likely this person will manage all areas of the Plus-Size arena so experience is essential. The Plus Buyer must have strong development skills and have the ability to manage a small team.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Merchandise Manager- Midwest ]]></title>
<link>http://www.clothingindustryjobs.com/JobDisplay.asp?id=3117</link>
<description><![CDATA[Work with product development team to understand fashion  trends, design, sales analysis, consumer and market feedback and how they relate to assortment decisions. Coordinate the brand family of products through active SKU plan management,recommend additions or subtractionsManage and prioritize activities for Merchandise   Management Analyst's and Coordinator;Assist in managing merchandise planning and forecasting process by partnering with internal departments to establish and maintain sales and inventory plans within overall goals. Work with all creative functions to ensure a steady,   collaborative flow of ideas and designs between the areas; update management on creative activities and priorities, highlighting strategic initiatives. Facilitate the consideration of all brand and category   extensions, including: Evaluating and prioritizing brand and category extensions as necessary. Ensuring proper due diligence is conducted on the proposed category. Clarify how the category would be designed, produced, distributed,  priced,and marketed. Develop business case and recommendation for executive team. Coodinate and project manage launch of brand and category extension.Ensure effective price management: Actively understand brand pricing position for the full assortment, for each category,and at the SKU-level. Manage the Product Development Process timeline: Conduct  weekly meetings with internal departments identifying potential roadblocks and solutionsAssist in SOP and PD/OPS process to understand and provide insight regarding product samples/prototypes, technical    designs, costs, quality, and product line management.  ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Pre Production Coordinator / Sales Assitant]]></title>
<link>http://www.clothingindustryjobs.com/JobDisplay.asp?id=3127</link>
<description><![CDATA[- Assist sales team- Manage customers needs - Review and analyze BOMs and tech paks from customers- Review and verify all purchase orders- Data entry of all BOMs into system- Communication with fabric and trim suppliers to verify details  - Manage sampling/proto process with our internal departments ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Retail Buyer]]></title>
<link>http://www.clothingindustryjobs.com/JobDisplay.asp?id=3151</link>
<description><![CDATA[In the role of Retail Buyer, you are responsible for the strategic planning at the category level. You provide monthly forecast of sales and inventory that will help in the development of the business strategy to meet financial goals. You coach, train and develop your team at the category level with thought leadership, vision and influence to achieve the goals of the business. You communicate the category buying strategies,vision and business results to the various teams. You are also in charge of executing promotional strategies in line with the business goals.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Retail Planning Analyst]]></title>
<link>http://www.clothingindustryjobs.com/JobDisplay.asp?id=3152</link>
<description><![CDATA[Working together with buyers you help develop strategic and tactical plans to ensure maximum sales, inventory and bottom line profitability. You will develop financialstrategies by analyzing historical data and current leads and identify risk and opportunities by department and class. Working with category partners, merchandisersand business unit you will develop a comprehensive strategy aligning the financial and product opportunities. Up to date information is very important, you will recap andforecast data in a weekly/monthly/quarterly basis. Create open to buy forecasts. You will manage a small team (coach, train and develop).]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Social Compliance Manager]]></title>
<link>http://www.clothingindustryjobs.com/JobDisplay.asp?id=3198</link>
<description><![CDATA[   Social Compliance Manager (KY)   Reports to: V.P. SourcingThe selected candidate will be responsible for the development and implementation of company's Social Compliance program. Company is a respected leader in the apparel industryPrimary Duties:Develop a comprehensive Social Compliance program by indentifying appropriate strategies and collaboration with all necessary resourcesOnce in program is in place you will direct all corporate efforts related to Social Compliance including but not limited to; conformance to the rules of social accountability throughout the company and related vendorsMaintain all required documentation involved in substantiating company's social compliance efforts and related vendor certification(s)Ensure Social Compliance of licensed product producers, administer related factory approval process for licensingConduct, review and analyze factory social compliance audit reports Determine conformance status of  factory's and vendors, implement appropriate corrective plans as necessaryCommunicate with management and provide  guidance on non-conformance issuesDevelop reports to track compliance trends within production communityRepresent company at industry associations with a focus on Social ComplianceConduct research on labor laws, industry news, and country information by staying informed of industry compliance issues and safety standardsTravel: 50% domestic and international]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Key Account Specialist]]></title>
<link>http://www.clothingindustryjobs.com/JobDisplay.asp?id=3210</link>
<description><![CDATA[Key Account Specialist (Atlanta)The Key Account Specialist will be responsible for the overall process and fulfillment of our Retail, Brand and VIP orders to ensure on time deliveries to our customers while growing the business through quality products and excellent customer service.  Working with internal and external Reps as well as the Finishing team and customers, the Key Account Specialist will manage, track, and communicate the status of our purchase orders from inception through shipment.  The position reports to the Key Account Manager with close ties to the Finishing Lead and Purchasing Managers. Duties & Responsibilities:Account Setup and Review of Vendor GuidesProcess Stock orders and match to EDI once receivedEnsure physical elements of Key Account orders are consistent and accurateProcess Custom orders and determine factory based on available capacity, reliability, and fabricationManage, track, and communicate the status of orders with Reps, customers and vendorsProcess charge-backs that were received on a weekly basis while working to decrease or eliminate themPerform cost analysis to ensure proper margins can be metProvide price quotes and lead-times to internal and external customersProvide sales support for customers and employees when working on custom projectsEnsure that receipt of goods and invoicing for all custom orders are performed in a timely mannerRecommend solutions for process improvements]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Merchandise Buyer]]></title>
<link>http://www.clothingindustryjobs.com/JobDisplay.asp?id=3211</link>
<description><![CDATA[Merchandise Buyer (Atlanta)The Merchandise Buyer is responsible for the day-to-day management of vendors, purchase orders, and inventory. The buyer will analyze inventory levels, place purchase orders, communicate with the vendors over the life of the orders, and advise the Alternative team if any issues arise. As the main point of contact between Alternative and the vendors, the buyer will ensure that any issues are quickly and effectively communicated. The position reports to the Purchasing Manager with close ties to the Planning, Key Account, and Sales teams.Duties & Responsibilities:Manage inventory and oversee the ordering of product from vendors.Review target inventory levels vs. inventory positions in order to place appropriate purchase orders.Reconcile WIP reports from all vendors to ensure timely delivery of products.Research shipment or receipt discrepancies.Refer to guidelines established for stock inventory purchases.Notify Accounting of larger than normal inventory purchases.Recommend solutions for process improvements.Serve as a backup to check production and samples for accuracy of color and spec.Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Purchasing Manager - Raw Materials]]></title>
<link>http://www.clothingindustryjobs.com/JobDisplay.asp?id=3246</link>
<description><![CDATA[Manhattan Beachwear, LLC. is currently looking for an experienced and highly motivated Raw Materials Purchasing Manager to join our Team. We are a successful swimwear company based in Orange County, CA. We manufacture brands such as Kenneth Cole NY, Reaction, Split, Hot Kiss, Hobie, Maxine, Hermanny by Vix. SUMMARY OF POSITION: Raw Materials Purchasing ManagerThe Raw Materials Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the purchasing of our raw materials and for ensuring that the purchasing staff obtains the highest quality fabric and trim merchandise and service at the lowest possible purchase cost. The Raw Materials Purchasing Manager evaluates suppliers based on cost, quality, service, availability, reliability, selection variety and trend appropriate.This position requires strong negotiation and problem solving skills. Successful candidate will be someone who works well in a fast paced, deadline driven environment. Swimsuit industry experience is a plus. ]]></description>
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