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Fabric Research & Development Associate, Wholesale Apparel 

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  
Category Textiles  
Description

The Kasper Group is an apparel industry leader, offering women wardrobe solutions for their wear-to-work and special occasion dressing needs. Driven by excellence and exceptional talent, The Kasper Group has remained a forerunner in fashion for over 30 years. We are committed to delivering iconic brands (Kasper, Anne Klein, LeSuit, Kenneth Cole), relevant fashions and trusted, quality products to our consumers. So be a part of the exceptional talent!

The Kasper Group, Inc. Anne Klein Division has a great opportunity for a Fabric Research and Development Associate. The Fabric Research and Development Associate will support the Director of Textile, working closely with Design and Production teams to establish and facilitate fabric production flow, research & development, counter sourcing, and stock distribution and completion. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Work with designers on fabric direction
  • Research trends in the market and understand how to apply them to our price point.
  • Meet with fabric vendors and attend trade shows
  • Request FDS sheets and work with suppliers on prices, minimums, fabric width, and fabric content
  • Keep PLM database system and related paperwork updated with current information
  • Request swatches and source sub-proto yardage locally when necessary
  • Keep precise and detailed records of all fabric developments from initial adoption through to pre- production
  • Keep precise and detailed records of all wash developments from initial adoption through to pre- production
  • Approve all dup lot qualities
  • Maintain Fabric library
  • Miscellaneous organization, filing of fabrics, prints, color standard items.
  • Assist in ordering all sample ydg for market
  • Daily communication for all fabric follow up with the mills
  • Cut 1/4 yd fabric cutting ref of all sample ydg received in house for our records/ file with FDS
  • Request all FDS from mills for ALL qualtities sampled and save in corp Share folder
  • Cut swatch of all sample ydg received and label with all fabric information for Design boards
  • Assist designers in pulling ydg for sample cutting
  • Keep sample ydg area neat and orderly every season
  • Help organize fabric selections by mill/category upon receipt
 
Position Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

  • Must be very organized and detail oriented
  • Great time management and ability to multi-task
  • Great aesthetic and brand understanding
  • Strong background in woven and knit construction and development
  • Degree in Textile Design
  • Minimum 2 years experience with fabric sourcing and development
  • Knowledge of MS Office.
  • Knowledge of PLM and Photoshop preferred

Salary Range: $65K - $75K *Actual base salary for this role within the above range will be based upon experience, qualifications and/or assigned unit.

We are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

 
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Position Fabric Research & Development Associate, Woman's Wholesale Apparel  
Division The Kasper Group  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt  
Open Date 10/14/2026  

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