Textile Materials Lead for Sustainable Apparel

Pact; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Pact in Boulder, Colorado, is seeking a materials expert to manage seasonal textile development and partner with suppliers. You will ensure high-quality, sustainable materials contribute to the brand's mission of conscious clothing production.

Your responsibilities include overseeing the testing process, advocating for the right fabric decisions, and maintaining material libraries. A minimum of 5 years experience in natural materials development is essential.

Competitive salary ranges from $100,000 to $115,000 annually, depending on experience, and a commitment to sustainability underpins all work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in natural materials development for apparel.
• Strong understanding of fiber construction and dyeing processes.
• Ability to maintain and advocate for material integrity in production.

Responsibilities

• Own seasonal textile development from direction to production-ready materials.
• Partner with suppliers to develop fabrics and manage sampling.
• Run the material testing process and report performance results.

Skills

Natural materials development

Knowledge of GOTS certification

Familiarity with ASTM, AATCC, ISO protocols

Project management skills

Communication skills

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

Pact in Boulder, Colorado, is seeking a materials expert to manage seasonal textile development and partner with suppliers. You will ensure high-quality, sustainable materials contribute to the brand's mission of conscious clothing production.

Your responsibilities include overseeing the testing process, advocating for the right fabric decisions, and maintaining material libraries. A minimum of 5 years experience in natural materials development is essential.

Competitive salary ranges from $100,000 to $115,000 annually, depending on experience, and a commitment to sustainability underpins all work.