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Reflex Performance Resources

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Fabric Developer - Apparel Textiles

New York, NY · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Engineering the Materials Behind Performance At Reflex, we view fabric as a technology platform. We are seeking a Fabric Developer - Apparel Textiles who combines material expertise with a data ...

Puma

Developer RCC Apparel

Boston, MA · On-site

$62K - $83K/yr

YOUR MISSION The Developer will be responsible for the product commercialization of US Apparel ... Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of garment bill of materials, product database ...

Puma

Developer RCC Apparel

Somerville, MA · On-site

$62K - $83K/yr

YOUR MISSION The Developer will be responsible for the product commercialization of US Apparel ... Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of garment bill of materials, product database ...

Skechers USA Ltd.

$80 - $100/hr

Review all material development submissions with internal teams, relay approvals/rejections to ... Strong understanding of Apparel Development lifecycle, end-to-end. * Strong ability to identify ...

FAM Brands

Apparel Product Developer

Beverly Hills, CA · On-site

... The Product Developer plays a key role in bringing products from concept to production by ... Materials, Costing & Vendor Management * Lead or support fabric and trim sourcing initiatives ...

Reflex Performance Resources

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Activewear Apparel Product Developer

New York, NY · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

We are looking for an Activewear Apparel Product Developer who is passionate about building high ... Proactively identify and solve issues related to timing, cost, materials, fit, quality, and product ...

TravisMathew

Materials Developer

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

TravisMathew is a premium apparel brand that exists because we seized an opportunity-and we're ... This position will work closely with the Design, Development and Material The Materials Developer ...

TravisMathew, LLC

Materials Developer

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

TravisMathew is a premium apparel brand that exists because we seized an opportunity-and we're ... This position will work closely with the Design, Development and Material The Materials Developer ...

FAM Brands

Apparel Product Developer

Beverly Hills, CA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

... apparel to major retailers, big box stores, and specialty boutiques across the country and ... Materials, Costing & Vendor Management * Lead or support fabric and trim sourcing initiatives ...

FAM Brands

Apparel Product Developer

Beverly Hills, CA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

... apparel to major retailers, big box stores, and specialty boutiques across the country and ... Materials, Costing & Vendor Management * Lead or support fabric and trim sourcing initiatives ...

J.McLaughlin, LLC

$80 - $100/hr

Product Developer, Men's Apparel Full Time HEAD OFFICE, Brooklyn, NY, US 30+ days ago Requisition ... Partner with Raw Materials and Sourcing teams to track cost targets and maintain visibility ...

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How much do apparel material developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for apparel material developer in the United States is $88,166.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32,000.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Apparel Material Developer vs Textile Technologist?

AspectApparel Material DeveloperTextile Technologist
CredentialsDegree in textiles, fashion, or related field; certifications in fabric testingDegree in textiles or chemical engineering; certifications in textile testing
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, fabric labs, manufacturing facilitiesTextile mills, research labs, manufacturing plants
Industry UsageFashion brands, apparel manufacturers, product developmentTextile production, fabric innovation, quality control

Apparel Material Developers focus on creating and sourcing fabrics suitable for apparel, working closely with designers and manufacturers. Textile Technologists specialize in testing, analyzing, and improving textile materials' properties. While both roles require knowledge of fabrics and testing certifications, Apparel Material Developers are more involved in product development, whereas Textile Technologists emphasize technical analysis and quality assurance.

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Infographic showing various Apparel Material Developer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 81% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,166 per year, or $42.4 per hour.

Fabric Developer - Apparel Textiles

New York, NY • On-site

Reflex Performance Resources
Retail • 51 - 200 employees
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$70K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

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Job description

Engineering the Materials Behind Performance


At Reflex, we view fabric as a technology platform. We are seeking a Fabric Developer - Apparel Textiles who combines material expertise with a data-driven, process-oriented mindset to drive innovation, scalability, and performance across our apparel product lines.

This role sits at the intersection of design, development, and production, leveraging technical textile knowledge and systems thinking to bring advanced materials from concept to bulk with precision and speed.


What You’ll Do

  • Lead end-to-end fabric development, applying technical expertise to engineer materials that meet performance, cost, and scalability targets
  • Partner cross-functionally with Product Development, Design, Production, and Merchandising to align material innovation with product strategy
  • Work directly with domestic and global mills/vendors to develop, test, and scale fabrics across proto, salesman sample/SMS, and bulk stages
  • Manage and optimize development timelines using structured tracking tools and milestone reporting
  • Own fabric testing protocols, including performance, durability, shrinkage, colorfastness, pilling, stretch/recovery, and compliance; analyze results and drive data-informed decisions
  • Troubleshoot development challenges using root-cause analysis and implementing scalable solutions
  • Evaluate and recommend alternative materials based on performance metrics, cost engineering, and supply chain feasibility
  • Maintain and update material data, ensuring accuracy and transparency across teams
  • Identify opportunities to improve speed-to-market, reduce cost, and enhance material performance through process optimization

What You Bring

  • 3+ years of experience in fabric development, textile engineering, apparel product development, or apparel manufacturing
  • Strong technical knowledge of fabric construction, fiber composition, performance treatments, and finishing processes
  • Understanding of testing standards and quality control protocols, including shrinkage, colorfastness, pilling, stretch/recovery, and related fabric performance testing
  • Experience working with global mills and suppliers, with awareness of regional capabilities and country-of-origin strengths
  • Experience with fabric development across proto, sample, and bulk production stages
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PLM systems; familiarity with Illustrator or other technical tools is a plus
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable decisions
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information across teams

Why This Role Stands Out

Material innovation: Work with advanced fabrics and performance-driven technologies

Systems impact: Influence how materials are developed, tracked, and scaled across the organization

Global exposure: Collaborate with a diverse network of mills and suppliers

Data-driven environment: Move beyond intuition; use testing, metrics, and analysis to guide decisions

Career growth: Ideal for someone looking to deepen technical expertise and expand into strategic material development


Who You Are

You’re not only interested in developing fabrics, but in engineering solutions. You think in terms of performance, data, and scalability, and you’re constantly looking for ways to improve how materials are built and brought to market.

If you’re excited by the technical side of apparel and want to play a key role in advancing products through smarter, faster, and more innovative material development, this is your opportunity.

Company Description

Reflex Performance Resources Inc. is a global sourcing company that specializes in the manufacturing and sale of Activewear Apparel. Our ultimate mission is to create lifestyle brands that combine the elements of style, comfort, fit, and performance. We pride ourselves on producing high quality garments that are affordable and accessible.