Athlete-Driven Materials Lead: Textiles & Trims

Nike Inc; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nike Inc. in Beaverton, Oregon seeks a forward-thinking Lead Materials Developer to advance textile science and trims across the apparel platform. You will collaborate across disciplines to translate trends and technologies into athlete-focused solutions.

The role demands deep material expertise, strategic vision, and the ability to lead and mentor teammates while driving innovation within Nike’s product creation ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Textile Science, Apparel, or a related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
• 5+ years of apparel industry experience (or 7+ years in lieu of a degree); expertise across yarns, knitting, weaving, dyeing, printing, and finishing techniques.
• Experience in developing or sourcing trims; proficiency working with vendors from concept through production.

Responsibilities

• Drive material development from concepts to commercialized solutions, partnering closely with vendors and manufacturing teams.
• Maintain a clear understanding of material performance when integrated into garment form.
• Collaborate daily with Design, Product Management, Technical Development, Color Development, Sourcing, and Manufacturing to finalize materials and trims.
• Lead material testing, risk assessment, tracking, and validation to ensure product excellence.
• Mentor teammates and provide technical guidance across the materials function.
• Translate trends, athlete insights, and emerging technologies into actionable development strategies.
• Champion material innovation initiatives

Education

Bachelor's degree in Textile Science, Apparel, or a related field

Job description

Nike Inc. in Beaverton, Oregon seeks a forward-thinking Lead Materials Developer to advance textile science and trims across the apparel platform. You will collaborate across disciplines to translate trends and technologies into athlete-focused solutions.

The role demands deep material expertise, strategic vision, and the ability to lead and mentor teammates while driving innovation within Nike’s product creation ecosystem.