Cotopaxi

Software Engineer

• Lead and manage the end-to-end materials development process across apparel and accessories categories.
• Collaborate closely with the Design team to ensure material selections align with aesthetic vision, quality standards, cost targets, and lead-time requirements.
• Deliver a fully commercialized line of materials and trims in alignment with the seasonal product development calendar.
• Build and maintain the fabric library, materials database, and global supplier matrix to support long-term innovation and speed-to-market initiatives.
• Develop and maintain a core toolbox of key materials to support fabric platforming, maximize efficiency, and improve margin across categories.
• Evaluate material trends, sustainability innovations, and new technologies; recommend opportunities that align with brand and business goals.
• Lead supplier negotiations on cost, lead times, and minimums to ensure business objectives are met.
• Partner with Quality Assurance and Compliance to uphold material performance and brand standards across all developments.
• Own material ordering for prototypes and wear test samples; collaborate with Product teams to apply wear test results to material decision-making.
• Manage the lab dip process from supplier communication to final approval; ensure timely coordination with the Color Design team.
• Support Planning by assisting with Sales Sample material orders when needed.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with cross-functional partners to ensure a cohesive and efficient development process.
• Develop and maintain strong global partnerships with existing material suppliers while actively sourcing new vendors as needed.

Senior Materials Developer