Join the GOAT USA Team!

ABOUT THE JOB:

GOAT USA is looking for an exceptional Fabric, Trim, & Color Specialist who will be responsible for overseeing the development, sourcing, testing, color approval, and production readiness of all fabrics, trims, and colors across our product assortment. This position is based in Plainview, NY and works closely with Design, Technical Design, Production, and external vendor partners.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of textile and trim development, color management, fabric performance testing, and material sourcing within the apparel industry. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is highly organized, and is passionate about delivering high-quality products through strong cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will also be proactive in managing critical material programs, resolving quality concerns, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring all fabrics, trims, and colors meet GOAT USA’s standards.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Job Title 

Fabric, Trim, & Color Specialist

Job Purpose

The Fabric, Trim, & Color Specialist is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end fabric and trim lifecycle, from initial sourcing and development through testing, color approval, and production readiness. It ensures all fabrics and trim meet quality and performance standards while supporting seasonal design initiatives, maintaining critical material programs, and driving timely execution across calendars. The position partners closely with mills, vendors, and cross-functional teams to resolve issues, manage submissions, and deliver consistent, high-quality materials aligned with GOAT USA objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Initiate new fabric/ trim sourcing requests for seasonal mill week presentation to design.
• Manage all fabric/ trim performance pre-testing and bulk testing, ensuring quality standards are met.
• Communicate and send all details for packaging to vendors for development.
• Partner with mills, factories, and third-party labs to review all fabric/ trim performance test reports and present CAP for any failures.
• Oversea color submissions (lab dips, wash shade lots, fabric strike offs, handlooms, knit downs, & bulk fabric submits + shade bands) ensuring clear comments are provided for corrections where applicable.
• Manage all comments to vendors electronically (SharePoint or PLM).
• Track all submissions against the calendar to ensure timely submissions.
• Create and maintain the GOAT USA fabric library.
• Initiate core fabric/seasonal fabric/trim renewals for color and testing.
• Manage GOAT USA greige commitments.
• Manage GOAT USA seasonal SSY prepositions.
• Analyze quality issues and product return data to identify trends and inform internal teams.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Technical, and Production teams to ensure timelines and standards are met.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Partner with Assistant Design to review all graphic strike offs for color accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
• PLM experience is preferred.
• 5 years of experience in retail apparel with a focus on fabric & color.
• Expertise in differentiating the color spectrum (Color Test Score no lower than 8 and annual color test renewal required).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong communication, leadership and team management skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• Full-Time, exempt.
• Normal working hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; must be flexible to work evenings and occasional weekends.
• Location: Plainview, NY

ABOUT US

GOAT USA is an American casual lifestyle brand built on confidence, connection, and passion. Founded on Long Island in 2016, the brand was created by showing up, building real relationships, and earning trust through everyday interactions. What started in a basement has grown into a nationwide presence, shaped by a commitment to authenticity and a customer-first experience.

We design classic, go-to pieces that balance comfort and style, with collections that evolve through fabric, texture, and fit. Each piece is made to feel natural, versatile, and part of everyday life.

Our growth is driven by meaningful connections—through live event across the country, our e-commerce platform, brick-and-mortar stores, and partnerships with leading retailers. With a team of over 150 employees and more than 365 live events annually, we continue to expand while staying rooted in community.

At the center of it all is Chuck the GOAT, a symbol of self-belief, positivity, and showing up as the greatest version of yourself.

Please visit our Instagram at @goatusa and our website, www.goatusa.com for a better understanding of the brand, product line, and founder’s story.

Ordinary people do extraordinary things.

Full Time U.S. Employee Benefits Include

• Paid vacation and sick time
• Weekly free lunch, drinks, & snacks
• Health Insurance
• 401(k)
• DCA/ FSA account
• Employee discount
• And more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

GOAT USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. GOAT USA considers all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.