Senior Manager, Fabric Research & Development

Overview

We’re thrilled to be looking for a Senior Manager, Fabric Research & Development, to join our team in Dumbo, Brooklyn. Reporting to our Director of Product Development, you’ll drive fabric innovation, raise the bar on our quality standards, and manage costs to drive product excellence. If you’re excited to make a meaningful impact on shaping Brooklinen’s product offerings, we’d love to hear from you!

What you’ll do

• Analyze fabric needs across our product. 
• Research and identify emerging fabric trends and innovations in the textile industry.
• Research and implement sustainable fabric options such as eco-friendly materials to contribute to environmental responsibility.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and design reviews to identify fabric trends that align with product development goals.
• Take initiative to establish relationships with fabric mills and suppliers to develop new fabric options tailored to company needs.
• Proactively offer fabric options to product development, design, and merchandising teams based on market trends and company requirements.
• Monitor fabric performance and provide feedback to suppliers to maintain quality standards and drive continuous improvement.
• Stay informed about industry regulations, sustainability practices, and ethical sourcing initiatives related to textile manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain fabric calendars to track fabric development, sampling, and procurement timelines.
• Attend fabric shows and industry events to stay abreast of the latest trends, source new fabrics, and network with suppliers.
• Provide training and support to internal teams on fabric-related topics such as fabric properties, performance testing, and sustainability practices to enhance their understanding and decision-making capabilities.
• Lead efforts in developing proprietary weaves while collaborating closely with suppliers and designers to create exclusive fabric designs that will differentiate Brooklinen in the marketplace.

We're looking for someone who brings

• 6-8 years of research and development experience.
• Home industry experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Textile Design, Merchandising, or a related field.
• Proven experience in textile fabric analysis, sourcing, and development.
• Strong knowledge of fabric construction, properties, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret market data and trends to make informed decisions. 
• Willingness to travel.

Compensation & Benefits

At Brooklinen, our goal is to offer a competitive total compensation package which we determine based on specific market data taking into account our company size, stage, industry, and location. The base salary range for this role is between $110K - $130K. 

Beyond base salary, we contribute significantly to offset the cost of health benefits, provide a financial stipend through Carrot Fertility to help with the costs associated with the fertility journey, offer a 401K with a 4% Safe Harbour match, have commuter benefits, and also provide a yearly product allowance. 

We have 14 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents, year-long Summer Fridays, a workday that starts at 10 am, four weeks of vacation, and a one-month paid sabbatical at your 5th anniversary.

Most importantly of all, our HQ hires receive competitive equity grants. We would be happy to tell you more about this and how to value this part of compensation during our interview process.

Why join us?

• Our team is made up of friendly, funny, welcoming, low-ego, and passionate people -- who also happen to be great at what they do. We all know the people you work with can make or break a job and so we go to great lengths to protect this amazing culture.
• We work hard but are well-rounded and well-rested. Hanging with coworkers is encouraged. So is taking a vacation, getting a great night's sleep (our day starts at 10 am), and getting out of here at a reasonable time (we have year-long summer Fridays that end at 3 pm).
• Care about growth? So do we. We’re growing, so we’ve got tons of exciting growth opportunities for our amazingly talented team. 
• Hybrid work - our HQ team has 2 days in and 3 days remote schedule.
• And don’t just take our word for it! We’re honored to be recognized by various industry tastemakers for the work we’ve put into our culture and employee engagement, including accola