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1. Product Development - Research and identify market trends and customer preferences. - Collaborate with designers to develop product lines and collections. - Source materials, trims, and finishes for production.2. Production Planning - Plan and manage production schedules and budgets. - Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers. - Ensure quality control and compliance with standards.3. Supply Chain Management - Build and maintain relationships with suppliers. - Negotiate prices, lead times, and payment terms.4. Pricing and Profitability - Determine product pricing strategies. - Analyze sales data and market conditions. - Optimize profitability and margin goals.5. Inventory Management - Monitor stock levels and manage replenishment. - Analyze sales trends and forecast demand. - Minimize stockouts and overstocking.6. Sales and Marketing - Collaborate with sales and marketing teams. - Develop sales strategies and promotions. - Analyze sales performance and market trends.7. Communication and Collaboration - Liaise with cross-functional teams (design, production, sales). - Communicate product information and updates. - Ensure effective information flow.Buyers Handled: ASHWORTH, NAUTICA, IZOD, WEEKENDER Product Category: Woven – Outerwear & Blazer

1. Product Development: - Research and identify market trends and customer preferences. - Source materials, trims, and finishes for production.2. Production Planning - Plan and manage production schedules and budgets. - Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers. - Ensure quality control and compliance with standards.3. Supply Chain Management - Build and maintain relationships with suppliers. - Negotiate prices, lead times, and payment terms.4. Pricing and Profitability - Determine product pricing strategies. - Analyze sales data and market conditions. - Optimize profitability and margin goals.5. Sales and Marketing - Collaborate with sales and marketing teams. - Develop sales strategies and promotions. - Analyze sales performance and market trends.6. Communication and Collaboration - Liaise with cross-functional teams (production, sales). - Communicate product information and updates. - Ensure effective information flow.Buyers Handled: ANN TAYLOR, LIZ CLAIBORNE Product Category: Woven

1. Quality Inspection: - Conduct visual and measurement inspections of textile products (fabrics). - Identify defects, non-conformities, and quality issues. - Document and report inspection results.2. Testing and Evaluation - Perform various tests (tensile strength, colorfastness, shrinkage) using standardized methods. - Evaluate textile samples for quality, durability, and performance.3. Documentation and Record-Keeping - Maintain accurate records of inspections, testing, and quality data. - Update quality management system (QMS) documents. - Generate reports for management review.4. Process Improvement - Identify areas for quality improvement. - Suggest corrective actions and implement changes. - Collaborate with production teams for process optimization.