About the Role

As Associate Materials Manager, you will execute global materials sourcing strategies for Kohl’s Private and Exclusive brands to deliver optimal supply chain value, including quality, cost, speed and on-time delivery with technical proficiency.

What You’ll Do

Execute long-term materials sourcing strategies aligned with Kohl’s apparel strategy, seizing opportunities and mitigating risks

Drive Kohl’s global materials strategy for optimal product value

Collaborate cross-functionally to align product value with sourcing strategies and financial goals

Implement global strategic materials plans with internal and external partners, meeting seasonal cost targets

Apply expertise in material manufacturing, sourcing and global economics to optimize quality, cost and speed

Manage Service Level Terms (SLT) consumption to reduce inventory risk and elevate inventory management

Execute a 3-year mill strategy to control costs, improve quality and shorten lead times

Achieve cost containment through strategic mill management, counter development, price benchmarking and SLT placement

Maintain a deep understanding of mill capabilities, optimizing Country of Production (COP) strategy, quality, costing and delivery

Integrate sustainability, diversity and inclusion into team management and strategies

Ensure materials meet Kohl’s testing and compliance standards for core products

Utilize Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems for effective materials strategy and decision-making

Share technical knowledge and coaches teams across Kohl’s

Additional tasks may be assigned

What Skills You Have

Required

5+ years of textile, retail, production, sourcing, supply chain management or related experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite

Expertise in manufacturing and supply chain

Technically proficient in textile manufacturing with a global perspective

Global Business knowledge and Cross-Cultural agility

Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree in Textile Engineering or related field

Previous experience in textile manufacturing

Ability to successfully operate in an international environment