YOUR MISSION
- Support/feed the Innovation apparel product creation with the next generation of functional materials
- Develop new and innovative solutions for performance apparel concepts – through fibers, material, architecture, wearables and further, using your technical experience
- Seek material/garment/technical solutions for performance athletes and our consumer needs – for today and tomorrows consumer. Be aware of the consumer profile and the performance benefits our athletes require
- Develop strong ties with industry suppliers to explore material and garment manufacturing methods to create new solutions
- Monitor, identify, evaluate and share emerging materials/fabrication trends methods at the fiber, garment construction and process levels to the team
- Visit tradeshows within the textile arena and beyond to build up a portfolio of new inspiration. Use your explorative mindset to support your network connections
- Bring ideas and inspiring concepts to the table on a regular basis, based on your research and input for the research team and translate to our future consumer’s needs. (3-4 ideas per quarter/year)
- Nurture high level, professional relationships with external suppliers and vendors; existing and be able to identify new partners. Travel across the region to local suppliers and factories on a regular basis
- Work with Product Development both at headquarters and PGS to execute material/garment/technical innovations and methods that consider costing parameters while advancing innovation initiatives
- Support product teams with technical and commercial expertise to ensure clear ‘handover’ to inline businesses
- Function on a daily basis as the liaison between Innovation, PGS and external partners. Use Tracking Tools as clear updates within the team to ensure knowledge exchange through clear documentation and reporting on a regular basis
YOUR TALENT
- Degree in Textile / Fashion / Clothing related discipline
- Minimum 7-10 years’ relevant experience in garment/sportswear industry
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Creative, flexible with entrepreneur mind set
- Good command of English
