We are seeking an experienced Manager, Material Development (Fabric Technologist) to lead our efforts in sourcing, developing, and optimizing textiles and fabrics. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of textiles and fabrics, strong supplier relationships, and the ability to drive innovation in material development.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify material requirements and specifications
• Source and evaluate textiles and fabrics from suppliers, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability
• Lead material development initiatives to meet product requirements and performance standards.
• Define parameters for the organization's testing criteria.
• Build and maintain Fabric Technical Data sheet
• Expand the raw material sourcing base
• Drive material risk assessment at development stage by analyzing problems and implementing solutions
• Work closely with development and technical teams on fabric testing and QA
• Excellent time management skills and supply chain management
• Create structure in place for merchandisers for booking fabrics for on time sampling and shipment
• Source and manage high volume of fabric
• Conduct research on emerging textile technologies and materials
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with textile suppliers and manufacturers
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers to optimize material costs
• Manage material development projects from concept to implementation
• Oversee quality control and testing processes for textile materials (fabrics)
• Monitor industry trends and market conditions to inform material selection and development.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure materials meet design and production specifications
• Implement sustainable and ethical material sourcing practices
• Maintain documentation of material specifications and supplier information
• Provide material recommendations and insights to support product innovation.

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in material development and textile engineering with a focus on fabric sourcing and development
• Must be an expert in the field of textile engineering with in-depth technical knowledge
• In-depth knowledge of textile materials, technologies, and trends
• Strong supplier network and negotiation skills
• Excellent project management and leadership abilities.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices in textile development

 10+ Years

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Textile Engineering, Material Science, or related field

• Performance bonus
• Festival bonuses
• Competitive salary
• Yearly salary review