Raw Materials Specialist

Your Role

As a Raw Material Specialist, you will manage cross-brand and cross-category raw material development from concept through production readiness. In partnership with cross-functional teams, you will help develop and deliver high-quality product that aligns with design intent, brand aesthetic, and performance standards — on time and at scale.

You will collaborate closely with teams including Design, Production, Merchandising, Technical Design, Color & Print, Regulatory, and Asia-based partners to ensure seamless execution throughout the development lifecycle.

At Victoria’s Secret & Co, we acknowledge your value. We recognize that every associate has something unique to add to our brand and business. We strive to recruit, retain, and advance diverse talent that reflects the customers we serve and the communities where we live and work. We foster a culture where everyone belongs because we know our business thrives most when we look for, listen to, and amplify diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We place the customer at the heart of everything we do. We dream big, embrace curiosity and creativity while always learning from our mistakes. We lead with integrity, trust, and respect to achieve the best outcomes as one team.

In this role, you will:

• Partner with Raw Material Manager to source both knit and woven fabrics and trims from approved global suppliers and internal libraries while meeting design aesthetic, performance, and cost targets
• Apply technical expertise to troubleshoot complex development challenges and implement effective solutions
• Identify and mitigate potential manufacturing or costing risks early to ensure quality execution in bulk production
• Collaborate closely with design teams to understand fit intent and garment aesthetic requirements
• Contribute innovative ideas supporting fabric development, sustainability initiatives, and product advancement
• Maintain a strong understanding of raw material performance and understanding of how materials perform in garment form.
• Conduct risk assessments related to raw material compatibility, garment care, intended use, and regulatory compliance
• Manage and maintain raw material data in Centric to support on-time delivery and accurate reporting
• Present raw material information clearly in cross-functional meetings
• Oversee quality assurance processes for fabrics and trims within your category
• Foster positive collaboration by consistently demonstrating shared values and high standards

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