Materials development jobs

Collaborate with the Senior Designer to identify trending seasonal big ideas, key trends, and silhouettes
Design and provide inspiration for all Denim categories
Work alongside Senior Designer and Design Director on wash & fabric assortments across fits
Work with Senior designer to communicate wash comments to vendors
Conduct competitive market research

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design
Nice to have: AI experience

Skills

denim manufacturing construction and fit component sourcing materials development Photoshop Illustrator

Sr. Associate, Raw Materials Development, FTW

Tory Burch · Posted Nov 4, 2026

Open

New York, New York, United States
Associate
$80K–$90K per year
3+ years

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Cross‑functional partner translating design vision into on‑brand, on‑trend leathers for footwear, managing material development, sourcing, and supplier relationships.

Compensation

The compensation range for this position is 80,000.00 USD - 90,000.00 USD.

Responsibilities

Schedules, tracks, and reports on all requested materials
Collaborates with design to maintain updated seasonal color palette and execute lab dips
Coordinates with suppliers to schedule and monitor SMS material orders
Maintains and issues approved standards to suppliers and overseas teams
Reviews materials for quality and performance, ensuring compliance

Requirements

BS/BA/BFA degree

Skills

raw materials sourcing materials development product development supplier follow‑up color development approvals calendar milestones

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Sr. Associate, Raw Materials Development, FTW

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