Senior Fabric Research Developer

UNAVAILABLE; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

65,000–75,000 € gross

Moncler Group benefits

HQ in Milan

Job summary

Moncler Group in Milan seeks a Senior Fabric Research Developer to drive development and sourcing of fabrics, embroideries, and trims in support of creative vision and collection timelines.

You will lead seasonal mood boards, coordinate with Production Development, and ensure fabric line cost, quality and performance align with brand aesthetics and calendar milestones. Fluent English required; international collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in fashion/textile roles (experience in HQ environments)
• Experience collaborating with international design teams
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Extensive knowledge of global fabric mills and sourcing practices
• Creative research abilities and trend sensitivity
• Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills
• Fluency in English (C2); additional languages a plus

Responsibilities

• Drive development and sourcing of fabrics, embroideries and trims to support creative vision and timelines
• Lead creation and evolution of seasonal color and fabric mood boards
• Coordinate with Production Development to align with calendars and ensure timely delivery
• Oversee fabric lines for cost, quality and performance
• Ensure brand aesthetics and technical requirements across development stages
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve efficiency and innovation

Skills

Fabric development

Sourcing & negotiation

Project management

Trend forecasting

Global mills

Cross-functional work

English fluency

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Fabric Research Developer to join our Fabrics R&D team, based in our Global HQ in Milan, Italy.

As a Senior Fabric Research Developer, you will drive the development and sourcing of innovative fabrics, embroideries, and trims, ensuring alignment with the creative vision, quality standards, and collection timelines.

Your Impact

Creative & Seasonal Development

• Partner with the Design team to identify, propose, and develop the most suitable fabrics, trims, and embroideries, providing both creative and technical expertise;
• Drive the sourcing of fabrics, embroideries, and components, ensuring alignment with seasonal objectives, brand identity, and product requirements;
• Lead the creation and evolution of seasonal color and fabric mood boards to support collection development and material direction;
• Oversee the maintenance and evolution of core fabric lines, proactively identifying opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.

Cross-functional Collaboration & Process Management

• Coordinate closely with Production Development teams to align fabric development with the seasonal calendar and ensure timely delivery;
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency and effectiveness throughout the fabric development process;
• Ensure consistency with brand aesthetics, collection vision, and technical requirements throughout all development stages;
• Oversee cost, quality, and performance evaluations to support both business objectives and creative excellence.

Qualifications

• +8 years of experience in a similar role within the fashion or textile industry;
• Proven experience collaborating with international design teams in HQ environments;
• Strong organizational and project management skills;
• Extensive knowledge of global fabric mills and sourcing practices;
• Creative research abilities and a keen eye for trends, materials, and innovation;
• Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills;
• Fluency in English (C2); additional languages are a plus.

We Would Appreciate a Person Who Is

• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects across tight deadlines;
• Collaborative, flexible, and communicative across all levels of the organization;
• Creative yet structured, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.

Compensation & Benefits

• Application of CCNL Commercio
• Compensation package range: from 65.000 to 75.000 € gross.
• Competitive Corporate Welfare Services

Moncler Group is an equal opportunity employer, which means we do not discriminate on the basis of Ethnic origin, Skin color, Religion, Civil status, Age, Nationality, Ancestry, any form of disability or neurodivergence, medical condition, Gender, Gender Identity or Expression, Sexual Orientation. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.