Textile Developer II, Global Apparel
Company: NIKE
Location: Beaverton
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a
place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the
edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow,
think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity
and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and
visionaries. At Nike, it's about each person bringing skills and
passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We're looking for an innovative and curious Material Developer with
a passion for textiles, print and pattern. The candidate will use
their technical materials knowledge, critical thinking and
collaborative skills to deliver creative material solutions for our
performance and lifestyle Apparel product. Strong skills in textile
and print development as well as an understanding of the product
creation process will ensure delivery of exceptional product for
our athletes*!
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
If this is you, you will explore ideas in textiles and
print/pattern from trend through technological advancements. This
research will enable the collaboration with our product creation
team partners to deliver on the highest level of athlete*
experience with a commercialized materials palette grounded in our
key sustainability goals. You will drive seasonal material
development in partnership with vendors and manufacturing teams
from concept to commercialization. This includes requesting
testing, tracking and creative material solutions.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
This is the Nike matrix: You will report into the Global Apparel
Materials Team (GLAM) and support our partners within Apparel
including key collaborations with Innovation, Design, Product
Merchandising, Technical Development, Sourcing and Manufacturing.
You will need to work effectively within the materials team to
ensure a thoughtful approach to developing new materials and
maintain an understanding of how materials perform when in garment
form.
WHAT YOU BRING
Bachelor's degree in a Textile Science, Apparel or a combination of
relevant education, experience, and training
Minimum of 1 year experience of an apparel product creation role or
similar industry experience
Technical materials knowledge, including yarns, knitting, weaving,
dyeing, printing and finishing techniques
Knowledge of knits, wovens, ribs and print
Experience partnering with vendor to develop and test a material
from inception to production
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Digital literacy, including Microsoft office software and Product
Data Management
Experience managing multiple projects with competing resources and
deadlines across multiple seasons
Strong information seeking-skills and a drive to make things
happen
Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse
group
Ability to network and apply internal and external resources
Experience working with performance materials is highly desired
Knowledge of industry material trends
Ability to travel up to approximately 10% of the time
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided
reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or
interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to
receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact
us to request accommodation.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow
with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work
environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric
atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or
the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To
bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the
world.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified
applicants will receive consideration without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation,
gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or
disability.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified
applicants will receive consideration without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation,
gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or
disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing
reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If,
because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable
accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call
+1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your
location and your contact information.
Keywords: NIKE, Beaver Creek , Textile Developer II, Global Apparel, IT / Software / Systems , Beaverton, Oregon
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