Materials Development Lead
Pubblicato il 13-08-2026 - Groupe Rossignol in Milano
Want to contribute to the growth of a major global player in mountain sports?
Founded in the French Alps, Rossignol has been inspiring the mountain experience since 1907. We carry on our legacy through the development of our ski, mountain bike, outdoor equipment and apparel collections.
Our ambition is to be the benchmark for mountain sports in both summer and winter.
In Milan, within an international environment, we are looking for a Material Development Lead (M/W)
Join our exciting journey and help us create unforgettable outdoor experiences year-round
The Materials Development Lead (M/W) will drive the research, development, and selection of materials (fabrics & trims) that align with Rossignol standards. This role will collaborate closely with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, Sourcing teams and suppliers to develop fabrics and trims that meet functional, aesthetic, and commercial requirements from concept through to commercialization. The position will also support material innovation initiatives, ensure alignment with seasonal timelines,
and contribute to supplier strategy, cost optimization, and sustainable material development.
Your missions will include :
- Drive material selection and development aligned with design and merchandising briefs, ensuring the right balance of performance, aesthetics, and cost
- Lead the material innovation pipeline from concept through to commercialization
- Collaborate closely with design, product development, and merchandising teams from concept through development to bring material and trim ideas into execution
- Ensure materials meet end-use and performance requirements, working cross-functionally with stakeholders and 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 and volume opportunities to support cost negotiations and driv