MATERIAL INNOVATION SPECIALIST
Pubblicato il 20-10-2026 - Spin360 in Arezzo
Your mission The candidate will contribute to the development and management of material innovation projects, primarily supporting the fashion, luxury and consumer goods sectors, with openness to new industries. The candidate will work on multiple projects with international clients, brands, suppliers, testing laboratories and industry working groups.Key activities include: * Research and scout innovative materials, processes, and technologies across the fashion industry, staying up-to-date with industry developments and trends. * Researching and studying the technical specifications of new materials. * Coordinating laboratory activities and testing processes, sample management and logistics with suppliers and labs. * Coordinating prototyping activities and the development of new products. * Supporting multi-stakeholder working groups on product durability and EU sustainability regulations (ESPR, PEFCR, EPR): collecting and consolidating contributions, preparing documentation. * Stay ahead of sustainability trends, regulations,
and best practices related to the fashion and automotive industry. * Supporting project planning and tracking of activities, deliverables and timelines; preparing reports and client materials. Your profile Technical Skills and Requirements: * Degree in Material Engineering, Textile Engineering, Material Science, or equivalent fields. * 2 years of experience in similar roles within the industry. * Understanding of textile and/or leather chemical engineering, material science, and relevant production processes. * Knowledge of emerging material technologies and innovative processes within the fashion industry. * Strong organisational and project management skills. * Knowledge of EU sustainability regulations and testing standards is a plus. * Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret experimental data. * Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. * Fluent in written and spoken Italian. * Fluent in written and spoken English. So