Title:  Assistant Raw Material Technologist

Anko Sourcing, the exclusive direct sourcing arm of Kmart Group that operates the iconic retail brands Kmart Australia, Target Australia and Catch. Anko Sourcing operations span the largest sourcing markets across Asia including China, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Cambodia, Indonesia and Vietnam, supporting an annual sourcing capability of US $ 3 billion.

With our strong commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing, we provide a full suite of procurement services from sourcing, merchandising, packaging, quality assurance, quality control and international supply chain.

At Anko Sourcing,you will be part of a dynamic, growing business that delivers incredible results through a clearly defined purpose and strategy. You will work in an environment that is highly supportive, collaborative and encourages innovation whilst providing autonomy and challenge.

You will have access to flexible working hours, health and wellness programs, competitive remuneration and training opportunities with development plans to support your career growth. We offer an empowering culture with strongly embedded organisational values that define who we are and everything we do.

Responsibilities:
1. Base on company's quality standard to conduct fabric testing report exceptional approval and monitor 3rd party labs' test effectiveness. Carry out activities for the implementation of goals, policies, procedures, and systems pertaining to textile quality assurance.
2. Provide training and on-going support to merchandiser team, QA team, vendors, and 3rd party labs.
3. Efficiently implement the Quality Plan to bring the Company’s QA Systems into compliance with quality systems requirements.
4. Fabric quality issue trouble shooting and fabric mill onsite audit. Working with supplier directly when there's fabric issues come up.
5. Engage in research, improving or developing new testing method and materials, to improve quality continuously.

Requirements:
1. 2 years of experience in 3rd party testing lab, or 2 years' experience as colorist in sourcing office. Familiar with the process and standards of fabric testing and color assessment.
2. Strong communication skills
3. Detail oriented, organized and logical 
4. Good written English skill, good oral English level will be a great plus.