Innovation Project Lead - Textiles & Sustainability

ConnectedGroup; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

ConnectedGroup is seeking an Innovation Executive (Project Executive - Innovation Hub) to support development and implementation of innovation initiatives across the business. The role suits someone with a background in textiles, garments, materials, engineering or manufacturing who can combine technical knowledge with project execution and sustainability.

You will work with cross-functional teams, factories, suppliers and external partners to explore new products, materials and technologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Textile Chemistry, Garment Technology, Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineering, Materials Science, Statistics.
• Experience in R&D, innovation, product development, manufacturing or technical project execution.
• Hands-on experience with product trials, testing, materials, manufacturing processes or factory operations.
• Knowledge of MRSL, PRSL and ZDHC Supplier-to-Zero is advantageous.
• Experience supporting sustainability initiatives in textile/manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; able to work across functions.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of innovation and R&D projects, including experiments, trials, testing and data analysis.
• Collaborate with technical experts and project teams on experimental design and evaluation of project results.
• Coordinate material sourcing, supplier trials, sample development and procurement for innovation projects.
• Conduct and coordinate technical and laboratory testing in accordance with internal and customer standards.
• Research market trends, emerging technologies, new materials and industry developments to identify opportunities.
• Support development of new products, manufacturing processes, automation solutions and business innovations.
• Collaborate with Business Units, factories, suppliers and external research partners to drive projects from concept to implementation.
• Participate in sustainability-related initiatives within textile and garment manufacturing.
• Prepare trial reports and evaluate feasibility, manufacturability and market potential of new concepts.
• Support technical training, knowledge sharing and innovation capability development across teams.

Skills

R&D

Innovation

Project management

Manufacturing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Textile Engineering

Textile Chemistry

Garment Technology

Mechanical Engineering

Materials Science

Statistics

Job description

ConnectedGroup is seeking an Innovation Executive (Project Executive - Innovation Hub) to support development and implementation of innovation initiatives across the business. The role suits someone with a background in textiles, garments, materials, engineering or manufacturing who can combine technical knowledge with project execution and sustainability.

You will work with cross-functional teams, factories, suppliers and external partners to explore new products, materials and technologies