Materials Development Lead (M/W)

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Experteer Overview

In this role you drive the research, development, and selection of fabrics and trims across Rossignol’s collections, aligning with design and merchandising goals. You’ll lead material innovation from concept to commercialization and collaborate across teams and suppliers to meet performance, aesthetics, and cost targets. You’ll support sustainable material initiatives and supplier strategy while managing calendars and risk. This is a opportunity to shape materials for year‑round outdoor experiences with a global brand.

Retribuzione / Benefits

- Drive material selection and development aligned with design and merchandising briefs to balance performance, aesthetics and cost
- Lead the material innovation pipeline from concept through to commercialization
- Collaborate with design, product development, and merchandising to bring ideas into execution
- Ensure materials meet end‑use and performance requirements with cross‑functional QA
- Support product margin optimization through early‑stage material selection and supplier negotiation
- Identify, evaluate, and develop strategic supplier partnerships balancing innovation, quality, and cost
- Leverage supplier base to support cost negotiations and drive efficiency
- Coordinate with sourcing on geographic mill strategies to optimize duty impact and supply chain efficiency
- Identify supply chain risks and support mitigation strategies




- Conduct ongoing fabric research including benchmarking, trade fairs, and supplier engagement
- Review seasonal mill collections to identify materials per product category
- Lead seasonal material trend presentations to inform product direction
- Own material development timeline aligning with seasonal calendars and milestones
- Lead cross‑functional materials meetings for clear decision‑making
- Support sustainable material initiatives ensuring compliance with certifications
- Manage material data within PLM systems ensuring accuracy and visibility
- Coordinate material testing results with QA
- Develop and maintain material and trim testing standards and requirements

Responsabilità

- Degree in Textile Engineering (or equivalent) with 5-8 years’ experience in fabric/material development within apparel, sportswear or outdoor industry
- Proven ability to develop fabrics and trims from concept through to commercialization
- Strong knowledge of fabric construction, performance, testing standards and end‑use requirements

Requisiti fondamentali

- Flexible organization
- Remote work up to 2 days per week
- Office in Milan
- Attractive brand prices
- Cultural diversity and gender equality commitments
- Well‑being and skills development through innovative projects

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