Alexis Henriquez

Cultivate and maintain strong, strategic partnerships with both legacy and emerging fabric suppliers to secure the highest-quality materials while ensuring competitive pricing and innovation.

Stay ahead of industry trends by researching innovative fabric technologies and driving the development of more sustainable core fabrics.

Strategically source and negotiate fabric pricing, lead times, and order quantities to maintain a balance of quality, cost, and efficiency.

Ensure all fabrics align with business goals, working closely with teams to meet pricing structures, sustainability initiatives, and ethical sourcing standards.

Oversee fabric testing process, reviewing results, and making final approval decisions.

Partner with mills to ensure consistency in bulk fabric production, from initial development through to final delivery.

Troubleshoot and resolve any fabric-related challenges, whether it's shrinkage, colour matching, or performance concerns, to ensure the best final product.

Work closely with Pattern Makers, and Design team to ensure fabrics not only look great but also perform well in production and wear.

Keep projects on track by managing the Critical Path, ensuring key deadlines for fabric development, approvals, and production are consistently met.

Work closely with the Fabric Manager to source and develop seasonal and core fabrics, ensuring the fabric library is well-maintained and up to date.

Communicate with suppliers to request fabric swatches, pricing, and technical details, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth coordination.

Support the fabric testing process by organizing lab submissions, tracking test results, and updating records to keep everything running efficiently.

Assist in fabric approvals by reviewing test reports, handling samples, and ensuring all materials meet quality expectations before production.

Track fabric orders, staying on top of delivery timelines and proactively addressing any delays or discrepancies.

Collaborate with Design, Production, and Buying teams to provide fabric insights and ensure selections align with creative and commercial goals.

Keep the fabric library organized, making it easy for the team to access swatches, test reports, and key fabric details.

Gather and compare supplier quotes to help with cost negotiations and maintain budget alignment.

Stay informed on sustainability trends and assist in researching eco-friendly fabric options that align with company initiatives.

Support the Design Team by organizing and maintaining the design room, ensuring fabric swatches, trims, and samples are properly labeled and accessible.

Assist with the preparation of mood boards, fabric selections, and design presentations to bring creative concepts to life.

Coordinate sample management by tracking incoming and outgoing garments, ensuring accurate documentation and organization.

Work closely with Patternmakers and Sample Machinists to facilitate smooth sample production, ensuring all materials and instructions are available.

Manage and update digital and physical fabric and trim libraries, keeping track of new developments and seasonal collections.

Assist in fittings by preparing samples, taking notes on adjustments, and ensuring design modifications are accurately recorded.

Cut fabric accurately for sample garments, making sure patterns align correctly and fabric is used efficiently.

Try on samples during fittings, giving feedback on comfort, movement, and any adjustments needed for a better final product.