Textile Specialist

Are you passionate about textiles and their impact on interior design? Do you have an eye for quality and a deep understanding of fabrics and materials? Restoration Hardware is seeking a skilled Textile Specialist to join our team and play a vital role in curating our home furnishings collection. As a Textile Specialist, you will work closely with our design and sourcing teams to ensure that our products meet our high standards of excellence. We are looking for someone who is knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and has a strong aesthetic sensibility. If you are a textile expert who is dedicated to creating beautiful, functional, and timeless pieces, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

1. Research and Source Fabrics: Conduct thorough research on the latest trends and developments in the textile industry and source high-quality fabrics and materials for our home furnishings collection.
2. Curate Textile Collection: Collaborate with our design team to select and curate a unique and cohesive collection of textiles that align with our brand aesthetic and quality standards.
3. Ensure Quality Standards: Use your expertise in textiles to assess and maintain the quality of all fabrics and materials used in our products, ensuring they meet our high standards of excellence.
4. Work with Sourcing Team: Communicate regularly with our sourcing team to ensure timely delivery of materials and to resolve any issues or concerns that may arise.
5. Provide Technical Knowledge: Act as a subject matter expert on textiles and provide technical knowledge and support to cross-functional teams, including design, production, and marketing.
6. Conduct Product Testing: Assist in product testing, including fabric performance and durability, to ensure our products meet industry and company standards.
7. Monitor Industry Trends: Stay informed about industry trends, innovations, and advancements in textiles and regularly share insights and recommendations with the team.
8. Manage Inventory: Oversee inventory management of all textiles, including tracking stock levels, identifying low inventory, and placing orders as needed.
9. Maintain Relationships: Develop and maintain relationships with textile vendors and suppliers, negotiating pricing and terms to ensure the best quality and value for our products.
10. Uphold Brand Standards: Represent our brand and uphold our brand standards through your work, ensuring that all textiles used in our products align with our company values and aesthetic.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Textile Specialist in Washington, DC, USA is between $38,000 and $65,000 per year. This may vary depending on the specific job responsibilities, years of experience, and the company or organization the Textile Specialist is working for.

RH (formerly Restoration Hardware) is an upscale American home-furnishings company headquartered in Corte Madera, California. The company sells its merchandise through its retail stores, catalog, and online. As of August 2018, the company operated a total of 70 galleries, 18 full-line design galleries, and 6 baby-and-child galleries. The company also has 36 outlet stores in the United States and Canada.