Moncler Senior Fabric Research Developer

About Moncler

Founded in 1952 in Monestier-de-Clermont, France, and headquartered in Milan, Moncler unites alpine heritage with a distinctive vision of contemporary luxury. Renowned for its down outerwear, the brand combines technical expertise, refined craftsmanship and creative experimentation, notably through its Moncler Genius collaborations. As an employer, Moncler offers an international environment spanning design, product development, retail, digital and corporate functions, where specialist knowledge and cross-disciplinary collaboration support its evolution. Its positioning at the intersection of performance and fashion provides opportunities to contribute to products and experiences shaped by innovation, exacting standards and a strong sense of brand identity.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead research, sourcing, and development of innovative fabrics, embroideries, and trims, translating creative vision into high-quality materials in line with collection timelines.
• Partner with the Design team to identify, propose, and develop suitable fabrics, trims, and embroideries, providing creative and technical expertise.
• Drive the sourcing of fabrics, embroideries, and components, ensuring alignment with seasonal objectives, brand identity, and product requirements.
• Lead the creation and evolution of seasonal color and fabric mood boards to support collection development and material direction.
• Oversee the maintenance and evolution of core fabric lines, identifying opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with Production Development teams to align fabric development with the seasonal calendar and ensure timely delivery.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency and effectiveness throughout the fabric development process.
• Ensure consistency with brand aesthetics, collection vision, and technical requirements throughout all development stages.
• Oversee cost, quality, and performance evaluations in support of business objectives and creative excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience collaborating with international design teams in headquarters environments.
• Extensive knowledge of global fabric mills and sourcing practices.
• Creative research abilities and a keen eye for trends, materials, and innovation.
• Fluency in English at C2 level; additional languages are a plus.

Skills

Experience

More than 8 years in a similar role within the fashion or textile industry.

Benefits

Competitive corporate welfare services.

Culture

Moncler’s workplace culture combines its alpine heritage with a forward-looking luxury mindset, placing creativity, technical expertise and attention to detail at the heart of its professional environment. Its distinctive blend of performance and fashion fosters a collaborative, dynamic atmosphere where teams contribute to the evolution of a globally recognised brand while preserving its strong identity.

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