VanderHouwen
Apparel Materials Developer Responsibilities
- Partner with design teams to translate creative requests into functional textile solutions.
- Manage development of fabrics across knits, wovens, ribs, and printed textiles from concept through commercialization.
- Oversee multiple seasonal material lines, balancing project timelines and priorities.
- Communicate regularly with international vendors via email and video conferencing to ensure quality and timely delivery.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including design, technical design, program management, and color development.
Apparel Materials Developer Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in material development within apparel, textiles, or accessories.
- Proven ability to interpret and execute design team requests into workable material applications.
- Strong technical knowledge of fabric development processes, including knitting, weaving, dyeing, printing, and finishing.
- Experience working with overseas vendors and managing cross-seasonal projects.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Smartsheet or similar tools.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
- Knowledge of industry fabric trends, material testing processes, and data interpretation is preferred.
- Passion for textiles and an eagerness to contribute creative and technical insights.