Senior Developer, Material Sourcing
Core
Lead end-to-end development of innovative, high-performance textiles from concept to commercialization, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetics, sustainability goals, and product timelines.
Role type
Senior Material Sourcing Developer
Builds
Innovative textile materials for apparel brands
Domain
Apparel & Footwear / Textile Engineering
Required skills
Textile construction knowledge, Performance testing protocols, Supplier management, Trend scouting, Sustainability integration, Project management, PLM systems proficiency
Preferred skills
Digital material libraries familiarity, Adobe Illustrator, Global supplier network (Asia/Europe/Americas)
Responsibilities
Drive end-to-end material development from concept to commercialization, Oversee material testing and validation protocols, Partner with global mills and suppliers to develop innovative materials, Champion integration of sustainable materials and processes, Maintain accurate records of material specifications and testing results, Act as primary interface between brand teams, product creation, and sourcing
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC