Walmart Fashion's global strategy for materials, fabric development, color, and sustainability needs leadership to oversee raw material strategy, mill partnerships, quality assurance, and color execution—driving innovation, operational excellence, and value across apparel and accessory categories.
Requirements
- 12+ years’ experience in fabric development, raw materials, or sourcing within fashion, retail, or performance apparel.
- Deep technical knowledge of textiles, color management, and sustainable innovation.
- Financial Modeling and Analysis
- Product Development
- Programming Language - VBA
- Statistical Programming Language - Structured Query Language (SQL)
Responsibilities
- Define and execute the global raw material strategy
- Lead Fabric R&D and Color Execution
- Champion new material technologies, sustainable fibers, and next-generation finishes that drive differentiation and value
- Manage and strengthen strategic mill and raw material supplier partnerships
- Oversee Raw Material Quality and Assurance programs aligned with Walmart’s rigorous standards
- Partner with Sustainability and ESG teams to advance initiatives in circularity, traceability, and responsible sourcing
- Drive adoption of globally recognized certifications (e.g., GRS, Oeko-Tex, Bluesign, Higg Index)
Other
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Textile Science, Materials Engineering, or related field, is preferred
- Proven success leading diverse, cross-functional global teams with strong leadership and people management skills.
- Strategic thinker with strong business acumen, supplier management, and influencing ability.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Design, or related field and 6 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area OR 8 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area.
- 2 years’ supervisory experience.
