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WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
You’ll be part of the Global Apparel Materials Team (GLAM), collaborating closely with Jordan Brand Sport Apparel. This role partners with Innovation, Design, Product Management, Technical Development, Sourcing, and Manufacturing teams to deliver cutting-edge material solutions. You’ll report to GLAM leadership and work cross-functionally to elevate performance and style.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We’re seeking a seasoned materials developer with deep expertise in performance textiles, trims, and prints—someone who blends technical mastery with an eye for aesthetics. This individual thrives in fast-paced environments, demonstrates strategic thinking, and brings strong business acumen to every decision. Success in this role requires exceptional collaboration skills, a passion for innovation, and the ability to manage multiple projects across seasons.
- Bachelor’s degree in Textile Science, Apparel Design, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training
- A minimum of 3 years directly relevant work experience
- Strong technical knowledge of performance materials, including wovens, knits, trims, and print techniques
- Familiarity with textile manufacturing processes and testing
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
You’ll lead seasonal material development for Jordan Sport Apparel from concept to commercialization. Using seasonal briefs as your guide, you’ll explore trends, technologies, and innovations in trims, textiles, and prints. Your work will shape the future of performance apparel.
- Drive material development in partnership with Jordan apparel teams and international manufacturing partners
- Collaborate with design on ideation and risk assessments
- Build and manage seasonal calendars and timelines
- Execute material development and ensure buy-ready readiness
- Maintain a strategic approach to new material creation and garment performance
- Partner with cross-functional teams to align on innovation and quality standards
- Manage multiple projects across seasons with competing priorities
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
