24 Seven Talent
Color Developer II
24 Seven Talent, Beaverton, Oregon, us, 97078
24 Seven is partnering with a top global sportswear client to help them find a Color Developer II for this hybrid position in Portland, OR. This is a 6 month contract with likelihood to extend. While on contract, you'd be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, sick time, and 401K.
Ideal Candidate: will have2-4 years experience in color development, textile materials or relevant experience
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?We are looking for detail oriented multi-tasker with strong communication skills and a knowledge of color application on textiles. You will be an important member of our color development team who analyze color developments and ensure that accuracy of color requirements and documentation are met and completed for on-time commercialization. You will possess knowledge of apparel industry color methods and standards. You have a passionate drive to improve system and process, to collaborate with others and positively impact the teams you work with.
WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?You will use your color knowledge and collaboration skills to help execute color palettes and be responsible for on-time buy ready commercialization. You will help lead and implement the design and development of tools and processes to support color execution for Apparel. You will facilitate and track lab dips for seasonal initiatives and identify and address key issues and challenges in color development. You will ensure on time development according to critical dates and gates. In this role you will have the opportunity to interact with business teams involved in design, materials, product merchandising, product creation, material manufacturing and product integrity.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING?• Bachelor's degree in Apparel, Textiles, Chemistry, or a related field (2 additional years experience in lieu of a degree)• Minimum 2 years relevant work experience• Strong written and oral communication skills including meeting facilitation and presentations• Ability to pass the Munsell Hue color test to determine visual color acuity• Understanding of the application of color on materials• Knowledge of apparel and material construction, including garment construction• Ability to network and utilize internal and external resources• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and Product Data Management systems• Experience with Smartsheets a plus• Knowledge of heather materials and techniques• Knowledge of product creation process and the apparel business
Ideal Candidate: will have2-4 years experience in color development, textile materials or relevant experience
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?We are looking for detail oriented multi-tasker with strong communication skills and a knowledge of color application on textiles. You will be an important member of our color development team who analyze color developments and ensure that accuracy of color requirements and documentation are met and completed for on-time commercialization. You will possess knowledge of apparel industry color methods and standards. You have a passionate drive to improve system and process, to collaborate with others and positively impact the teams you work with.
WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?You will use your color knowledge and collaboration skills to help execute color palettes and be responsible for on-time buy ready commercialization. You will help lead and implement the design and development of tools and processes to support color execution for Apparel. You will facilitate and track lab dips for seasonal initiatives and identify and address key issues and challenges in color development. You will ensure on time development according to critical dates and gates. In this role you will have the opportunity to interact with business teams involved in design, materials, product merchandising, product creation, material manufacturing and product integrity.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING?• Bachelor's degree in Apparel, Textiles, Chemistry, or a related field (2 additional years experience in lieu of a degree)• Minimum 2 years relevant work experience• Strong written and oral communication skills including meeting facilitation and presentations• Ability to pass the Munsell Hue color test to determine visual color acuity• Understanding of the application of color on materials• Knowledge of apparel and material construction, including garment construction• Ability to network and utilize internal and external resources• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and Product Data Management systems• Experience with Smartsheets a plus• Knowledge of heather materials and techniques• Knowledge of product creation process and the apparel business