Chief Raw Materials Strategist

1 day ago


North Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Country Road Group Full time
Transformative Leadership Opportunity

We are seeking a seasoned professional to join our Country Road Group team as the Chief Raw Materials Strategist. This key role will play a pivotal part in driving the mill network strategy, collaborating closely with the General Manager Strategic Sourcing and Production.

This leadership position requires a deep understanding of raw materials sourcing and management within the fashion, apparel, or homewares industry. The successful candidate will possess extensive experience in managing supplier relationships, cost negotiations, and performance management across multiple brands to achieve cost efficiencies.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

  • Partnering with Strategic Sourcing to strengthen CRG's fabric capabilities through geographic rebalancing and rationalization.
  • Nominating suppliers and leading mill relationships, driving cost negotiations.

Fabric Expertise

  • Supporting and advising design teams with innovation and technical knowledge to bring the best designs to market.

Cost Optimisation

  • Playing a key role in strategic cost events through fabric rationalization and/or engineering-based costing.

Performance Management

  • Oversight and accountability for all aspects of mill performance, including on-time delivery, quality, and cost management.

Key Capabilities

  • Extensive experience in creating and managing a fabric library that serves multiple brands or banners, ensuring consistency, innovation, and differentiation.
  • Technical expertise in fabric construction, weaving, knitting, and dyeing processes, and deep knowledge of fabric trends and emerging technologies.
  • Deep understanding of fabrics and the production value chain, including fabric types, properties, and technical requirements.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and working collaboratively with design, production, and supply chain departments.

About the Role

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic organization committed to operating ethically, sustainably, and responsibly. We offer a competitive salary package, estimated at AU$120,000 - AU$180,000 per annum, depending on experience.

About Country Road Group

Country Road Group is Australia's largest Lifestyle Brand House, comprising iconic brands such as Country Road, POLITIX, Trenery, Witchery, and MIMCO. Our values include being Customer Obsessed, Collaborative, Inspirational, Responsible, and Dedicated to Quality. If you are a motivated and passionate individual looking to drive transformative change, we encourage you to apply.


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