About Vince Vince, established in 2002, is a leading global luxury apparel and accessories brand best known for creating elevated yet understated pieces for every day effortless style. Known for its range of contemporary products, Vince offers women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, footwear and accessories. Title Sr. Manager, Production Fabric Buyer Salary Range The anticipated base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $110,000 annually. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a bonus program. LocationLos Angeles, California Reporting Structure The Sr. Manager, Production Fabric Buyer will report into the VP, Production. What You’ll Be Responsible For:Manage nominated fabric purchases for all divisions and categories.Team with production to negotiate with mills optimal booking dates for each season.Responsible to calculate yardage required based on garment yields and issue purchase order to fabric mill for all Nominated fabric qualities.Meet with PD, merchandising and production each collection/division for proto & SMS costing. Review CBD to confirm fabric costing is correct. Coordinate with R&D to ensure bulk FDS for all qualities from share drive are current and up to date.Build relationships with each mill in order to negotiate price & delivery.Manage communication channels between mills & factories.Monitor all communication with mill & factory. Troubleshoot any issues pertaining to delivery, payments, quality etc.Maintain fabric WIP report to allow transparency of order status to the production team and factories.Negotiate discounts with mills as needed.Manage inventory and greige booking of contingent and replen fabric qualities.Attend weekly WIPs, Attend seasonal proto and sms Risk Assessment meetings held by PDAttend PD/R&D handover for each season. Distribute handover standards to mills and follow up on any open quality issues.Approve all bulk production submits.Review with management when required if fabric outside of acceptable standardsDiscuss with mill improvements needed & request options to correctNegotiate discount with mills if correction cannot be made to Vince standardSend bulk references to factories indicating Mill article, style, color, season.Work with Merch/sales/production on buy changesNegotiate with mills on reductions and increases.Work with merch and R&D to utilize potential liability goods in future collections.Keep liability report updated. Prepare reference swatches to be kept on master binders.Track and review all fabric testing reports for compliance to Vince requirements & confer with production and R&D on any exceptions. What You’ll Bring: Emotional IntelligenceTalent IdentifierPeople ManagementCritical ThinkingOwnership & Accountability Qualifications/Experience We’re Looking For:6-8 years of experience in fabric and piece goodsBachelor’s Degree preferred Must have contemporary experience and have worked in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrated ability to develop and lead a team in a fast-paced environmentExcellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively liaise with both internal and external partiesAbility to analyze data at a high level Ability to work under pressure in an environment of constant shifting priorities and change Benefits at Vince:Competitive Paid Time Off, minimum vacation starts at 3 weeks annuallyElective Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective the 1st of the month following your 30th dayMonthly data/phone stipend for eligible rolesClothing Allowance & Merchandise DiscountsUp to $600 Annual Gym Reimbursement A variety of mental health support tools and programs401(k) auto-enrollment with employer match (traditional and/or Roth)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA) A minimum of 12-weeks fully paid parental leave after 1 year of serviceSupplemental coverage for infertility treatments Employer-paid Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, and Short-Term Disability InsuranceDiscounted Pet Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Legal InsuranceAnd more.. Vince, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or military or veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Vince, LLC also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.