As Lead – Apparel Materials Development Performance, you will take responsibility for executing the global performance materials strategy and advancing textile technology in line with the company vision. The role includes overseeing fabric creation, advanced material development, and technical execution, as well as collaborating across functions to support performance, sustainability, and high-performance product objectives. Reporting to the Apparel Materials Team Sr Lead, you will manage material development projects across multiple seasons, support the execution of the global materials strategy, and work closely with Design, Development, Product Management, and Sustainability teams. You will also mentor junior specialists depending on project scope, and guide cross-functional partners to deliver innovative material solutions from concept through to garment production.

Your Team The Apparel Materials Development Performance team develops and delivers the company’s performance and sustainability strategy for all apparel textiles and raw materials. The team conducts cutting-edge research, defines global material strategies, and supports projects that advance more sustainable materials, products, and manufacturing processes. We work closely with cross-functional partners to embed material sustainability and high-performance priorities into the core of garment creation, with a strong focus on effective communication and knowledge sharing. As a Lead, you will contribute your deep technical textile expertise, drive the execution of material strategy, and ensure world-class fabrics and components are successfully integrated across our global sports product lines.