About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Wash Manager to lead our wash development initiatives in Vietnam. In this role, you will serve as a vital bridge between our design and production teams and our Vietnam-based laundries, ensuring the development of high-quality wash prototypes and production standards. If you are passionate about denim, innovation, and collaboration, this is your chance to make an impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop Seasonal Wash Prototypes:
- Collaborate with Vietnam vendor laundries to create innovative and on-trend wash developments based on targets set by the design team.
- Provide actionable technical and creative feedback to refine wash processes.
- Quality Assurance & Troubleshooting:
- Partner with laundries and design teams to resolve wash challenges, focusing on practical, cost-effective, and technically feasible solutions.
- Ensure all washes meet design expectations and production standards.
- Monitor Progress:
- Regularly gather and document updates on wash development progress from vendor laundries.
- Communicate status reports to stakeholders in the USA.
- Establish Standards:
- Maintain and oversee a master log of all approved “Master Standards” for production consistency.
- Cost Management:
- Work with vendors to finalize wash costs and share details with product development and production teams.
- Negotiate pricing to ensure cost-efficiency without compromising quality.
- Production Oversight:
- Manage approvals for pre-production samples, initial production batches, and shade runs to ensure alignment with standards.
- Address Fabric Challenges:
- Collaborate with vendors to resolve fabric shading issues and maintain quality across batches.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience: At least 10 years of professional experience, with a deep understanding of denim fabrics, laundry practices, and the impact of wet and dry processes.
- Technical Expertise: Solid knowledge of chemicals and wash formulas, with the ability to provide adjustment recommendations.
- Skills:
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Strong negotiation skills to achieve optimal wash costs.
- Language: Fluency in English and Vietnamese.
- Personal Qualities: A collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under tight deadlines.