Senior Materials Innovator for Apparel & Textiles

Direct Staffing Inc; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Senior Materials Developer in Beaverton, Oregon. The successful candidate will leverage advanced materials knowledge and collaborate with design and merchandising teams to execute a comprehensive materials strategy, ensuring the successful commercialization of innovative materials. The position requires a Bachelor's degree and significant industry experience, coupled with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ apparel or industry experience.
• Ability to understand challenges and develop effective responses.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse group.

Responsibilities

• Help create and execute a materials strategy.
• Ensure on-time commercialization of resources.
• Collaborate with Design and Merchandising teams on materials strategy.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of materials construction and properties

Superior understanding of the design and development process

Global Manufacturing and industry knowledge

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Apparel/Textile design or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Product Data Management systems

Job description

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Senior Materials Developer in Beaverton, Oregon. The successful candidate will leverage advanced materials knowledge and collaborate with design and merchandising teams to execute a comprehensive materials strategy, ensuring the successful commercialization of innovative materials. The position requires a Bachelor's degree and significant industry experience, coupled with strong communication skills.