Material Designer - Prada Linea Rossa

PradaGroup; Milano; In loco; EUR 35.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading luxury fashion company in Milan is seeking a Material Designer to drive innovation in materials for footwear, accessories, and ready-to-wear collections. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Industrial Product Design and 3-5 years of experience in material development within the Fashion industry. Key responsibilities include sourcing materials, collaborating with various teams, and focusing on sustainability. Fluency in Italian and English is required.

Competenze

• 3/5 years of experience in material development within the Fashion industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of fabrics, fibers, and material technologies.
• Strong aesthetic sensibility and technical expertise.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement innovative materials that enhance product performance.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, and Production teams.
• Source and test new materials with global suppliers.

Conoscenze

Innovative material development

Collaboration with Design and Production teams

Sustainability focus

Fluency in Italian and English

Formazione

Degree in Industrial Product Design, Materials/Textile Design

Descrizione del lavoro

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 Industrial 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.