Innovation Executive

Innovation Executive

Innovation | R&D | Apparel & Textile | Sustainability

About the Role

We are looking for a Project Executive - Innovation Hub to support the development and implementation of innovation initiatives across the business.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in textiles, garments, materials, engineering or manufacturing who is interested in combining technical knowledge with innovation and project execution. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, factories, suppliers and external partners to explore new products, materials, processes, technologies and sustainable solutions from concept and experimentation through to practical implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of innovation and R&D projects, including experiments, trials, testing and data analysis.
• Work with technical experts and project teams on experimental design and evaluation of project results.
• Coordinate material sourcing, supplier trials, sample development and procurement for innovation projects.
• Conduct and coordinate technical and laboratory testing in accordance with internal and customer standards.
• Research market trends, emerging technologies, new materials and industry developments to identify potential innovation opportunities.
• Support the development of new products, manufacturing processes, automation solutions and business innovations.
• Collaborate closely with Business Units, factories, suppliers and external research partners to drive projects from concept to implementation.
• Participate in sustainability-related initiatives within textile and garment manufacturing.
• Prepare trial reports and evaluate the technical feasibility, manufacturability and market potential of new concepts and solutions.
• Support technical training, knowledge sharing and innovation capability development across different teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Textile Chemistry, Garment Technology, Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineering, Materials Science, Statistics, or other relevant disciplines.
• Relevant experience in R&D, innovation, product development, manufacturing or technical project execution, preferably within the textile, garment or related manufacturing industries.
• Hands-on exposure to product trials, testing, materials, manufacturing processes or factory operations would be highly advantageous.
• Knowledge or experience in factory chemical management, including MRSL, PRSL and ZDHC Supplier-to-Zero, would be an advantage.
• Experience supporting sustainability or environmental initiatives within textile or manufacturing environments is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in exploring new technologies and solutions.
• Self-motivated, proactive and comfortable managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work across different functions and stakeholders.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

Why Join?

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys being at the intersection of technology, product, manufacturing and sustainability. You will gain hands-on exposure to a variety of innovation projects and work closely with technical specialists, manufacturing teams and external partners to turn new ideas into practical solutions.

If you are curious, hands-on and passionate about driving innovation within the apparel and textile industry, we would be keen to hear from you.

Interested candidates are welcome to apply with their latest CV for a confidential discussion.

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