Materials Developer
Core
Develop and industrialize woven materials for activewear, ensuring performance, quality, and sustainability from concept to bulk production.
Role type
Materials Developer
Builds
Woven fabrics and materials for seasonal product collections
Domain
Activewear / Sportswear / Textile Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Woven fabric technology, Spinning, Weaving, Dyeing, Finishing, Washing processes, Garment construction knowledge, Laboratory testing standards, Supplier management, Sustainability integration, PLM systems proficiency
Preferred skills
Activewear market knowledge, Sportswear industry trends
Responsibilities
Develop and industrialize new woven materials across product categories, Collaborate with Product Development, Design, and Sourcing teams, Partner with mills and suppliers for material development, Support material quality validation through testing, Maintain technical documentation and material libraries, Identify opportunities for quality and cost efficiency improvements
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC