Manager, Raw Materials Engineering

INTRODUCTION

Founded in 1856 by Thomas Burberry, Burberry is a global luxury brand with a distinctly British attitude. We are a global business with an extensive network of both owned and franchised stores across EMEIA, Asia Pacific and Americas. We are digital pioneers, and innovative technology underpins every aspect of our business, from product design to distribution and marketing. We believe that modern luxury means being socially and environmentally responsible; this mindset is core to our business and key to our long-term success.

JOB PURPOSE

To manage and develop raw materials within the upstream technical development phase, whilst adhering to the critical path and business strategy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide real time technical expertise for elevated luxury products that align with the design and technical development teams
• Assessment of capabilities and capacities, of existing and new raw material suppliers
• Lead strategic technical developments, through value engineering and enhanced technology
• Expert knowledge on material construction analysis and interpretation
• Identify opportunities that support pricing and sourcing strategy
• Adherence to critical path to ensure timely delivery of new products
• Execute technical approvals and validation of materials specifications and standards
• Mitigate product risk for new materials
• Hold suppliers accountable to materials specifications, processes performance and standards
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of latest government regulations, restrictions, safety protocols and performance standards for raw materials & finished good
• Build relationships with experts in industry, academia, and trade associations to keep up to date on Technology and Product advances in Apparel & Accessories
• Build partnerships with leading partners in the Industry.

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Signifinact manufacturing working experience in Apparel / Fabric
• Experience in leading technical developments
• Proven record in Industrialization of new products
• Knowledge on fibres and yarns
• Proven record of experience in working closely with design teams
• Global knowledge of suppliers and textile service providers
• Understanding of the textile industry and have worked closely with mills and manufacturing sites
• Textile Engineering Degree in Materials and/or Chemicals
• Knowledge of production techniques and testing standards within the Apparel industry
• Strong computer skills
• Language skills an advantage

FOOTER

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.

Posting Notes: United Kingdom || Not Applicable || London || Supply Chain || Sourcing || n/a ||