Material Designer

Bof Careers; Milano; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading luxury fashion company in Milan seeks a Material Designer to drive innovation across collections by developing cutting-edge materials. The ideal candidate will have experience in the Fashion & Luxury industry and a strong commitment to sustainability. Collaboration with creative teams and sourcing materials globally are key aspects of this role.

Competenze

• 3-5 years of experience in material development within the Fashion & Luxury Industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of fabrics, fibers, and material technologies.
• Fluency in Italian and English.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement innovative materials enhancing product performance.
• Collaborate with design and production teams for material alignment.
• Source and test materials with global suppliers.

Conoscenze

Material development

Sustainability

Trend scouting

Communication skills

Fabric knowledge

Formazione

Degree in Industrial Product Design or related

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Founded in 1913 in Italy, the Prada Group was built on a tradition of excellence and with a vision of innovation. The Group, a world leader in the luxury sector, operates in more than 45 countries with the PRADA, Miu Miu, Church's and Car Shoe brands, and has employees of over 100 nationalities.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a Material Designer for Prada Linea Rossa, based in Milan. This role is pivotal in driving innovation across footwear, accessories and ready-to-wear collections through the research and development of cutting-edge materials. Acting as a connector between creative and technical teams, the Material Designer ensures that all materials meet the brand's standards for aesthetics, quality, sustainability and technical requirements. The position involves trend scouting, exploring new technologies in fashion materials, identifying new suppliers, and presenting the most suitable solutions to internal stakeholders throughout the design and development process.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative materials that enhance product performance, aesthetics and sustainability.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, and Production teams to align material solutions with brand strategy.
• Source and test new materials with global suppliers, ensuring compliance with quality and technical standards.
• Monitor industry trends and technologies to apply cutting-edge material innovations to future collections.
• Build and maintain material libraries with swatches, textures, and treatments for design reference.
• Ensure materials meet functional, aesthetic, and sustainability goals, actively contributing to prototype reviews.
• Focus on sustainability, exploring and developing eco-friendly materials and solutions that are aligned to company goals

Knowledge and Skills

• Degree in Industial Product Design, Materials / Textile Design or related disciplines
• 3 / 5 years of experience in material development within the Fashion & Luxury Industry (a previous experience in the sportswear / performance Fashion sector will be considered as a plus)
• Comprehensive knowledge of fabrics, fibers, surface treatments and material technologies
• Strong aesthetic sensibility combined with technical and performance expertise
• Solid commitment to sustainability and familiarity with eco-friendly material solutions
• Demonstrated ability to scout, evaluate and manage international suppliers.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively present proposals and support strategic decision-making
• Innovative and proactive mindset, with a strong orientation toward future trends and technologies

Fluency in Italian and English is required.

Joining our Company means working in a creative and international environment, with teams of people motivated by curiosity and the quest for excellence. The engine of our success is the importance and value that we place on the talent and passion of our people leading to their own professional growth.

Prada Group promotes an inclusive work environment, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or other personal characteristics. We believe that diversity is a value and we are committed to build a fair and respectful workplace for all.