MATERIAL DEVELOPER - FABRIC AND TRIMS

We are currently seeking a Material Developer - Fabric and Trims to join our team in Åre, Sweden.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Material Developer to join our Purchase & Production team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in material science, chemistry, or a related field, combined with hands-on experience working with technical fabrics, and a passion for developing innovative materials (fabric & trims for outdoor products) that enhance product performance, sustainability, and cost-efficiency. The Material Developer will work cross functional within the company to develop, test, and implement new materials for our product lines.

Your responsibilities will include:

Fabric & Trim Development:

Collaborate with product design and development teams to source and develop materials that meet the performance, aesthetics and sustainability goals of our products.

Provide regular updates and reports to the product development team and management.

Ensure that our materials meet regulatory and safety standards.

Ensure that all material product cards in the PLM system are up to date and accurate.

Negotiate prices (incl. surcharges), lead times and minimum order quantities with suppliers.

Quality Assurance & Testing:

Develop and implement testing protocols to assess material performance under various conditions.

Conduct and coordinate rigorous testing and evaluation of fabrics & trims to ensure they meet Klättermusen's standards, including data from suppliers and third-party testing labs.

Work with quality assurance teams to ensure consistent material quality in production.

Keep detailed records of test results.

Review fabric shipping samples.

Sustainability Initiatives:

Identify opportunities to incorporate sustainable materials and practices into product development.

Ensure environmental impact reduction through material innovation/choices.

Ensure sustainability data for materials are up to date and accurate in the PLM system.

Contribute to sustainability initiatives and other science-driven projects.

Other:

Establish and maintain relationships with key material suppliers.

Support the commercial team with sustainability and material data.

The experience you’ll bring to the role is:

• Proven experience (3+ years) in fabric and trims development within Outdoor/sport or technical textile industry, preferable within packs, shoes and/or waterproof apparel.
• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Material Science or a related field
• Strong knowledge of textile manufacturing processes, material properties, testing methods, and fabric construction
• Experience with sustainable materials and practices in the shoe, packs and/or apparel industry
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to details
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to take ownership of projects and initiatives.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools (e.g. Microsoft Office, PLM systems)
• Business-level proficiency in written and oral English communication

The position is a full-time position based in Åre.

Welcome to apply before 30 November 2025.

We only accept applications through this channel. Your application will be stored in our database, and we will contact you if a suitable position becomes available. Applications will be handled on an ongoing basis.