Raw Materials Specialist
Milan
Corporate HQ – Design /
Full Time /
Hybrid
Job Purpose:
The Raw Materials Specialist supports the Raw Materials Manager, Europe in the creation, development, and sampling of all seasonal apparel collections at AMIRI. Acting as a key link between the LA and Milan offices, this role ensures efficient processes, clear communication, and timely execution. As part of a growing team, they contribute to innovation and quality in AMIRI’s fabric offering.
Main Responsibilities:
- Manage fabric development administrative tasks including supplier data collection, sampling orders, and monitoring deliveries
- Record and maintain fabric information in PLM systems
- Support structure and process improvements to meet cross-functional needs
- Proven Creative fabric development on a range of bases
- Research, identify, and propose new base fabrics ahead of each season
- Partner with suppliers and arrange fabric meetings aligned with design direction
- Assist in ordering and tracking seasonal sampling
- Build and maintain a structured seasonal fabric archive
- Provide clear updates via fabric boards, binders, and trackers
- Build and sustain strong supplier relationships to ensure smooth development and delivery
- Ensure fabric trials are initiated and tracked for seasonal sampling
- Monitor calendars to guarantee fabrics are approved and ready for production bookings
Main Requirements:
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a Fabric or Product Development role within luxury fashion
- Strong knowledge of fabrics and compositions
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines across seasonal collections
- Knowledgeable across diverse raw materials and fabrication processes
- Advanced Excel skills for data tracking and reporting
- PLM System knowledge is a plus
- Collaborative and professional in cross-functional teamwork especially with Design, Merchandising, and Product Development teams
- Fluency in English and Italian, with outstanding written and verbal communication skills in both languages
We are an equal opportunity employer M/D/F
