Materials Development Coordinator

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The Materials Coordinator supports the sourcing, development, organization, and execution of raw materials for leather goods from initial concept through bulk production approval. This role is responsible for coordinating materials development activities across leather, fabric, and hardware categories while serving as a key liaison between suppliers, lobal materials teams, and cross-functional partners.

• Support sourcing and development of seasonal and core materials across leather, fabric, and hardware categories
• Track new material developments and maintain master development charts on a daily basis
• Obtain, organize, and archive material costing sheets
• Maintain and update material databases and seasonal material charts
• Distribute article master information to internal stakeholders and global teams
• Collaborate closely with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, and Supply Chain teams throughout the development process
• Communicate regularly with suppliers regarding development status, submissions, and material updates

• Maintain material libraries, article masters, and seasonal material boards
• Label all material samples with complete article information and corresponding tracking details
• Organize and maintain seasonal material rails and developments
• Create and distribute material swatches to cross-functional teams
• Update core and seasonal material boards with approved swatches
• Maintain organization and inventory of article master closets and material storage areas

• Manage receipt, processing, and distribution of incoming material packages
• Open and review packages in a timely manner with the Materials team
• Verify sample contents and update corresponding tracking charts
• Label materials and ensure proper documentation
• Distribute materials and swatches to appropriate teams
• Coordinate outbound shipments to suppliers and global teams
• Update Materials teams with tracking information within 24 hours of shipment
• Maintain accurate shipment records and tracking logs

• Create and maintain seasonal color palettes for internal and external distribution
• Set up color requests within designated systems and databases
• Create new colors and update color information within material databases
• Track color proxy development status and manage receipt of submissions
• Organize and distribute seasonal color proxy rings to internal partners

• Maintain the Raw Materials Sourcing Closet and development areas
• Ensure sourcing resources, sample libraries, and development materials remain organized and accessible
• Support ongoing maintenance and continuous improvement of team organizational processes

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