BEST FINE (HONG KONG) LIMITED Hiring! Full Time Sourcing - Material Developer (Handbag-SLG-Travel Goods - Accessories) in Hong Kong - Ricebowl

Job Responsibilities

• Liaise with overseas offices to co-develop innovative materials and components for fashion handbags, small leather goods (SLG), luggage and travel accessories
• Monitor vendor development timelines, evaluate and approve colors/lab dips, and ensure the on-time delivery of high-quality samples
• Provide hands-on technical support and resolve quality issues during both the product development and mass production phases
• Source and identify new material suppliers, textile mills, and component vendors to present on-trend materials and advanced techniques to the design team for inspiration
• Prepare comprehensive development status reports and maintain accurate material databases to track progress
• Assist managers and team leads with strategic ad-hoc projects and streamline daily operations

Requirements:

• Tertiary education or above
• Minimum 10 years of solid experience in the handbag, SLG, or travel goods & accessories industry; prior experience working within a multinational buying office is highly preferred
• Proven track record dealing with the US market and branded fashion handbag labels is a distinct advantage
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, material treatments (including PU, PVC, leather, jacquard and other fabrics), and overall handbag/travel goods construction
• Exceptional capability in color matching, evaluating lab dips, and approving physical material samples
• Comprehensive familiarity with international quality standards and material testing protocols (e.g., REACH, RoHS, ASTM)
• Professional fluency in both written and spoken English and Putonghua is mandatory
• Flexibility and willingness to travel frequently for fieldwork, including visits to fabric markets, textile mills, and manufacturing plants

We offer 5-day work week in a collaborative & energetic work environment, medical insurance and competitive remuneration package.

Application with detailed resume, current & expected salary should be emailed via "APPLY NOW"

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