Fabric Development Manager, Universal Thread

The pay range is $73,000.00 - $

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other

benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at

About Us:

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.

At the heart of one of the world's best loved and most recognizable brands is an impeccable Owned Brand Product Design & Management organization. We thrive on the magic of discovering that just-right thing, and we infuse everything we do with our passion for affordable chic. We concept, develop, make and deliver the stylish new favorites that Target guests expect and deserve.

We are uber-savvy trend and style experts who stay ahead of the curve, proactively identifying our market's needs and exceeding them, every time. Join one of our dynamic and inventive teams to influence the style, quality and value that decisively position Target above the competition. Your input will have a direct and positive effect, apparel categories. Here, you'll be close to the action of dreaming up and bringing to life the Target-owned brands that surprise and gratify guests, wherever and whenever they love to shop.

A role with the Raw Materials Development team means a big opportunity to start from scratch and create something truly original. Are you a fabric expert who can support your business by staying one step ahead of industry trends, new materials and techniques? Can you demonstrate the utmost attention to detail and create products that are unprecedented in the marketplace for their design and quality for the price?

Then you'll have success with our Raw Materials Development team who owns the development of all Target-owned brands, from apparel. In close partnership with our design and sourcing counterparts, you'll drive brand cohesion and continuity, ensuring that our products meet the merchant line plans, assortment strategies, price points and overall creative direction.

As a Fabric Development Manager, you will:

* Define and drive fabric strategy aligned to brand vision, seasonal direction, and guest needs

* Bring a strong point of view on materials, informed by trend, market, and consumer insights

* Partner with Design to influence fabric direction at key moments in the product creation process

* Translate design intent into material solutions that balance aesthetics, performance, and cost

* Research and develop raw materials that bring innovation and differentiation to product

* Create and communicate technical fabric specifications to support development and production

* Collaborate with global vendors and suppliers to develop and execute fabrics with consistency and precision

* Apply fabric construction, testing, and manufacturing knowledge to guide decisions and resolve challenges

* Own progress against development timelines, ensuring milestones are met with clear, timely communication

* Translate material priorities into clear direction for cross-functional and global partners

Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.

About you:

* Bachelor's degree in Textiles, Design, or Product Development, or equivalent experience

* 3+ years in fabric development or related field

* Strong knowledge of textile construction and manufacturing processes (knit, woven, dyeing, printing, finishing)

* Experience developing fabrics that meet…