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textile sourcing merchandiser

Textile sourcing merchandisers organise efforts for textile producers from fibre to final products.

Description

Textile sourcing merchandisers organise efforts for textile producers from fibre to final products. Sourcing involves the process of researching, evaluating and locating textile suppliers through a careful prospection.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

textile printing technology textile marketing techniques properties of textile materials portfolio management in textile manufacturing textile technologies challenging issues in the textile industry

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

research and development in textiles knitting machine technology braiding technology textile finishing technology dyeing technology nonwoven machine technology

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

identify suppliers track price trends monitor textile manufacturing developments manage purchasing cycle place orders for textile materials measure yarn count identify new business opportunities distinguish accessories distinguish fabrics

OPTIONALOptional competences

check quality of products in textile production line keep up to date on costume design work in textile manufacturing teams create mood boards sell textiles fabrics evaluate textile characteristics manufacture knitted textiles conduct textile testing operations show sample garments

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)