Dickies: Fabric Developer

For over a century, Dickies has been worn by those forging their own path to shape the world we live in. We celebrate the can-do spirit of tradespeople, skaters, and doers who continue to put their trust in us. And we’re ready for the next 100 years of rolling up our sleeves alongside them, creating styles that work as hard as they do.

So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team dedicated to those people that work hard and play harder, Dickies just may be the place for you.

To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Dickies Careers or www.dickies.com.

Fabric Developer

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Fabric Designer at Dickies looks a little like this.

The Fabric Developer is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Fabric Development Department and meeting all GTM deadlines for seasonal development. This position will help develop fabric that supports the delivery of manufacturing ready products that are in line with aesthetic and sourcing strategies, cost, and quality. This position reports to the Sr. Manager of Raw Materials and Innovation. 

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• Execute design and fit intent into bulk production while maintaining corporate standards.  
• Ensure the seasonal fabric development on time delivery. 
• Work with the design team to select the new seasonal fabric based on the requested fabric construction and functional finishes. 
• Working with Eastern/Western Hemisphere GMS teams and fabric suppliers on fabric options based on design briefs:   
  • gather and evaluating fabric information 
  • reviewing and commenting on initial testing results for fabric approval 
  • following up on new fabric trials. 
• Review fabric testing results against fabric specifications and advising approval status to fabric suppliers and GMS team. 
• Assist with color/wash review as needed with the QA, PD, and Design team. 
• Initiate and follow up on the color lab dip, yarn dye hand loom, and print strike-off approvals. 
• Set up fabric in ERP and PLM systems. 
• Review the fabric affidavit with the custom compliance team and QA  
• Maintain physical fabric library and build electronic fabric information file. 
• Maintain approved fabric files. 
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail for the department. 
• Special projects as needed by Senior Manager. 

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 3-5 years of experience and professional achievements. 

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• Excellent written and communications skills; Ability to work with multiple departments 
• Strong working knowledge of fibers and fabrics (woven and knit) 
• Familiar with fabric dyeing (piece dye and yarn dye), printing, and finishing 
• Knowledge in denim wash a plus  
• Excellent written and communications skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Need to have strong computer skills in Excel, Word, Power Point.  Knowledge in Database programs a plus
• Multilingual communications considered a plus
• 2+ years in fabric or equivalent product development experience in apparel
• Experience with web-based PLM system preferred

What do we offer you?

At Dickies, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.

To learn more about Dickies’ benefits package, follow this MyVFBenefits.com and click “Looking to Join VF”.

To learn more about Dickies’ Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to www.dickies.com

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range:

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com  and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.  If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.