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Assistant Manager - TechnicalLocation - Kolkataplays a pivotal role in identifying, defining, and sourcing essential components for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including fabrics, yarns, trims, accessories, and other articles. The role also involves vendor development, product enhancement, and strategic sourcing to strengthen the existing product line. This individual collaborates closely with operations, sales, and vendors globally to ensure quality, innovation, and efficiency in technical product development.Key Responsibilities:- Sourcing & Procurement: Identify, define, and source products, fabrics, yarns, trims, accessories, and other articles for PPEs. - Vendor Development: Develop new vendors globally and establish alternatives for existing suppliers of workwear/garment fabrics in India. - Product Development: Collaborate with operations to develop new products from the sampling stage or enhance existing products by sourcing required materials. - Sampling & Testing: Oversee vendor development until the sampling development stage, ensuring quality standards are met. - Technical Merchandising: Work closely with the sales team to facilitate product development and sourcing, particularly for private-label initiatives (e.g., TTI). - Industry Engagement: Participate in technical sessions, conferences, and exhibitions to stay updated on industry trends and innovation. - Product Betterment Initiatives: Lead self-driven improvement projects within major product categories.Qualifications & Skills:- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Textile Engineering or a related field. - 5+ years of experience in sourcing, vendor development, and technical merchandising. - Strong knowledge of Workwear, Garment fabrics, and PPE industry standards. - Excellent collaboration skills with operations and sales teams. - Ability to evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, and reliability. - Proficiency in market research and identifying global sourcing opportunities. - Strong analytical skills, decision-making ability, and problem-solving mindset.Preferred Experience:- Exposure to international sourcing and vendor management. - Experience in private-label product development. - Familiarity with garment and fabric testing processes.