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About Weissman
At Weissman, located in St. Louis, Missouri, we've been the heartbeat of the dance community for 60 incredible years. As a privately held, medium-sized company, we're not just another manufacturer - we're the driving force behind the dance industry's most stunning costumes and dancewear. From digital sketch to delivered product, we handle every step in-house, infusing passion and expertise into every creation. Our extraordinary team has cultivated a talent base skilled in merchandising, marketing, design, and more, constantly investing in our people, products, and technology to stay ahead. If you're ready to unleash your creativity and make an impact in an exciting, dynamic industry, Weissman is the place for you. Come, let's dance towards a future where dreams take center stage. Job Title
Fabric + Shoe Sourcing Assistant Location
St. Louis, Missouri (Hybrid) Hybrid Policy
70% On-Site, 30% Work-from-Home Job Summary
Looking to launch your career in fashion production? Join Weissman as a Fabric + Shoe Sourcing Assistant and get hands?on experience working directly with fabrics, trims, and suppliers around the world. This role is part of a dynamic sourcing team that brings designs to life through careful coordination, organization, and attention to detail. In this role, youll help manage the fabric development processfrom color approvals to material trackingwhile collaborating with creative partners across Design, Product Development, and Merchandising. Its a fast?paced, detail?oriented position thats perfect for someone who loves textiles, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to learn how great products come to life. Responsibilities Review and approve fabric production bulk headers for color consistency, quality standards, and stretch percentage. Send daily approval or rejection emails for received bulk headers and samples. Evaluate fabrics, trims, and accessories for internal production use. Analyze products sent from mills against internal color standards and Pantone references under multiple lighting conditions. Request and track trim and accessory samples for the Design Department through the iNFOR system. Manage and strengthen supplier relationships to support business success. Provide detailed color comments to mills and record them in the internal tracking system. Collaborate cross?functionally with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, QA, and Purchasing teams. Monitor and update production material tracking sheets, pushing for timely deliveries and resolving delays. Review weekly work?in?progress updates from mills and vendors to ensure on?time material readiness.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Textile and Apparel Management, Marketing, Merchandising, or a related field preferred. 1 to 3 years of professional experience in the textile or fashion industry required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, product lead times, and import/export logistics. Knowledge of quality and regulatory requirements for government and retailer compliance. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast?paced, dynamic team environment.
Benefits
Full?time salaried employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision (100% employer?paid), dental, life insurance, short? and long?term disability, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA). We offer a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, as well as Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). Time away from work is important toowe provide generous Paid Time Off (PTO), four floating holidays annually, and nine company?observed holidays. Our benefits also include paid parental and adoption leave, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and access to wellness and mental health services. Benefits begin the first of the month following 30 days of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
At Weissman, located in St. Louis, Missouri, we've been the heartbeat of the dance community for 60 incredible years. As a privately held, medium-sized company, we're not just another manufacturer - we're the driving force behind the dance industry's most stunning costumes and dancewear. From digital sketch to delivered product, we handle every step in-house, infusing passion and expertise into every creation. Our extraordinary team has cultivated a talent base skilled in merchandising, marketing, design, and more, constantly investing in our people, products, and technology to stay ahead. If you're ready to unleash your creativity and make an impact in an exciting, dynamic industry, Weissman is the place for you. Come, let's dance towards a future where dreams take center stage. Job Title
Fabric + Shoe Sourcing Assistant Location
St. Louis, Missouri (Hybrid) Hybrid Policy
70% On-Site, 30% Work-from-Home Job Summary
Looking to launch your career in fashion production? Join Weissman as a Fabric + Shoe Sourcing Assistant and get hands?on experience working directly with fabrics, trims, and suppliers around the world. This role is part of a dynamic sourcing team that brings designs to life through careful coordination, organization, and attention to detail. In this role, youll help manage the fabric development processfrom color approvals to material trackingwhile collaborating with creative partners across Design, Product Development, and Merchandising. Its a fast?paced, detail?oriented position thats perfect for someone who loves textiles, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to learn how great products come to life. Responsibilities Review and approve fabric production bulk headers for color consistency, quality standards, and stretch percentage. Send daily approval or rejection emails for received bulk headers and samples. Evaluate fabrics, trims, and accessories for internal production use. Analyze products sent from mills against internal color standards and Pantone references under multiple lighting conditions. Request and track trim and accessory samples for the Design Department through the iNFOR system. Manage and strengthen supplier relationships to support business success. Provide detailed color comments to mills and record them in the internal tracking system. Collaborate cross?functionally with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, QA, and Purchasing teams. Monitor and update production material tracking sheets, pushing for timely deliveries and resolving delays. Review weekly work?in?progress updates from mills and vendors to ensure on?time material readiness.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Textile and Apparel Management, Marketing, Merchandising, or a related field preferred. 1 to 3 years of professional experience in the textile or fashion industry required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, product lead times, and import/export logistics. Knowledge of quality and regulatory requirements for government and retailer compliance. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast?paced, dynamic team environment.
Benefits
Full?time salaried employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision (100% employer?paid), dental, life insurance, short? and long?term disability, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA). We offer a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, as well as Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). Time away from work is important toowe provide generous Paid Time Off (PTO), four floating holidays annually, and nine company?observed holidays. Our benefits also include paid parental and adoption leave, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and access to wellness and mental health services. Benefits begin the first of the month following 30 days of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr