Job description
- Be the key contact and consultant for all material related questions for all internal interfaces
- Lead all cross-functional discussions related to materials topics, steer the material selection process and drive material consolidation to improve material efficiency
- Build and maintain a close relationship with interfaces such as Design, Creation Center Product Development, Material Sourcing, Quality and Suppliers
- Ensure availability of correct materials data in FlexPLM (technical data, cost, toolbox, lifecycle)
- Identify suitable sources for new material developments (aligned with material sourcing strategy) and guide suppliers to translate the design vision into new, innovative material which meet commercial needs of the brand
- Initiate and monitor all material developments (work together with suppliers, Sourcing, Quality and Creation Center Development) and be responsible for initial material price negotiations with suppliers (direct development) during development stage
- Ensure that all selected materials are tested and approved by Materials Quality in accordance with applicable calendar timelines
- Cooperate with cross-functional team to create a focused material toolbox and coach the cross-functional team on how to improve material efficiencies
- Set up and maintain the materials library and work on continuously improving the setup and tools for the product creation teams
- Provide latest information on material trends to the respective Business Units/ categories also by gathering innovative input from relevant fairs, supplier meetings, apparel material show etc
- Drive Innovation projects and ensure their successful technical implementation and documentation
- Marketing
- Design
- Sourcing
- BOPS (Creation Center Development, Costing)
- Suppliers T2
- Advanced communication skills, especially when interacting with different levels of business
- Ability to create, plan and effectively deliver presentations in formal and informal settings
- Ability to anticipate problems, offers solutions, and address issues with materials in order to meet the Design team’s aesthetic goals and financial targets
- Ability to cope with change
- Ability to work independently or with limited guidance
- Ability to accept and meet critical deadlines with good planning and organization skills
- Fluent English (verbal and written)
- Strong IT skills (e-mail, MS office)
- Four year college or university degree in textile engineering or comparable degree/education
- Minimum of 2-3 years work experience in the fabric production industry (knowledge of manufacturing process, fabrics, mechanical and chemical treatments)
AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE’S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.
COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..
OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.
INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.
TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.
INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards.
RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.
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