Materials Developer – Apparel

Description

Job Id : 71219

Materials Developer – Apparel

Our client is seeking a technically grounded and collaborative Materials Developer who thrives at the intersection of textile innovation and product execution. This individual brings deep curiosity for materials, a hands-on development mindset, and the ability to translate complex textile concepts into commercially viable apparel solutions. Success in this role comes from strong cross-functional partnership, technical rigor, and an ability to move ideas from concept through production.

This role is a hybrid model in Beaverton, Oregon.

Materials Developer – Apparel Responsibilities

• Drive seasonal textile and material development from early concept through commercialization, partnering closely with vendors and manufacturing teams.
• Research and evaluate textile innovations, trends, and technologies to inform material solutions aligned with performance, lifestyle, and sustainability goals.
• Apply technical materials expertise to assess how yarns, constructions, finishes, and prints perform in finished garments.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, innovation, technical development, sourcing, and manufacturing partners to align materials with product intent.
• Manage testing, documentation, and tracking of material developments while balancing multiple timelines and priorities.

Materials Developer – Apparel Qualifications

Compensation : Up to $32 / hr. (DOE)

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