Senior Materials Developer, Accessories & Apparel
About The Position
At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers users to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. We are seeking a Materials Developer to join our growing Apparel and Accessories team. This role will focus on bringing innovative, high-quality materials to life through hands-on development, testing, and collaboration with cross-functional partners. Your role will be to execute material initiatives that advance WHOOP's range of diverse accessories. If you're passionate about material innovation, problem-solving, and making performance products better every day, we want you on our team. This position will be in-person at the WHOOP office in Boston, MA. Applicants must currently reside in the Greater Boston Area or be open to relocation.
Requirements
- 5-8 years of experience in materials development-preferably within accessories, or consumer goods.
- Strong understanding of material properties and material manufacturing.
- Experience working directly with mills and suppliers to develop new materials.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across design, product, and supply chain teams.
- Curious and proactive mindset with a strong drive to learn and solve problems.
Responsibilities
- Support the execution of WHOOP's global material development initiatives across apparel and accessories.
- Develop and commercialize new materials that meet performance, aesthetic, cost, and sustainability targets.
- Collaborate with design, product development, engineering, supply chain, and quality to identify the best material solutions for each product.
- Partner with material suppliers to develop samples, manage testing, and ensure production readiness.
- Conduct material research, sourcing, and benchmarking to support the creation of seasonal and long-term material strategies.
- Help troubleshoot and resolve material issues during development and manufacturing.
- Maintain accurate records of material specifications, test results, and approvals in WHOOP's systems.
- Contribute to building WHOOP's material library, focusing on innovation, quality, and sustainability.
Benefits
- In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
