R+D Developer

Raw Material Developer

Pyrmont, Sydney | Hybrid Working

We're looking for a Raw Material Developer to join our Research & Development team. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically minded textile professional to work at the forefront of fabric innovation, partnering with Design, suppliers and global teams to develop new raw materials that meet high-quality standards.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and source fabrics, trims and raw materials to support new product ranges and seasonal development.
• Work closely with Design, Technical and Product teams to help bring product concepts to life.
• Manage raw material developments through testing and approval, ensuring quality, cost and timelines are met.
• Coordinate fabric and trim testing, wear trials and product evaluations.
• Maintain material specifications, development records and libraries within PLM and other systems.
• Partner with suppliers and internal teams to ensure materials meet quality, safety and sustainability standards.
• Keep up to date with industry trends and new materials, sharing relevant insights with the broader team.

About You

• Previous experience in a Raw Material Development, Product Development or Textile Development role within the apparel or textile industry.
• Strong understanding of fabric and trim development, with the ability to balance quality, cost and commercial outcomes.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple development projects and deadlines.
• A collaborative approach with strong communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with cross functional teams.
• A proactive problem solver who enjoys working through technical challenges and driving continuous improvement.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage development information and product specifications accurately.
• Experience working with PLM systems and Microsoft Office will be highly regarded.

Why join us?

At Hanes Brands Australasia, you'll be part of a business that's committed to innovation, collaboration and creating products people love. You'll enjoy:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• The opportunity to work on innovative product development across some of Australia's most iconic brands.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Generous staff discounts across our portfolio of brands.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives.
• A supportive and inclusive culture where your ideas can make a real impact.

Cultivating a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

At Hanes Australasia we value an inclusive and diverse environment in line with our purpose of creating the fabric of a better life for our People and Planet. Our recruitment decisions are based on the key requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique experience, strengths and capabilities.

We encourage you to talk to us about how we can accommodate and provide support throughout the recruitment process and your employment journey. For more information please email [email protected].

If you're passionate about textile innovation and enjoy turning technical expertise into commercially successful products, we'd love to hear from you. APPLY NOW!