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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead, Fabric Developer - **Company:** Canada Goose Services Limited, Paris Branch - **Location:** Paris, France - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** €60,000.0 - €75,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Office, Microsoft SharePoint, Adobe - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://fr.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ae1884cea25e3f75 ## About the Role Do you have experience in SharePoint?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree with a focus on design, fine arts; advanced degree preferred. * Minimum of 4+ years' experience working with fabric suppliers and 3rd-party testing facilities * Deep technical knowledge and understanding of textiles and non-textile manufacturing technologies, with a passion for sustainable product development. * Excellent organization skills and the ability to multitask. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, coupled with a high level of flexibility to adjust to change within a fast-paced, creative team environment. * Technically sound Fabric and color development background within the Apparel or Textile industry * Ability to anticipate problems, offers solutions, and address issues with materials to meet the Creative Director's aesthetic goals and business financial targets. * Fluent French and English (verbal and written). * Previous experience with a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) syste * Experience using Box, Sharepoint, Adobe and Microsoft Suite ## Description You are the go-to expert for all fabric-related inquiries supporting Creative Director capsules. Working closely with the Creative Director and Paris atelier, you curate seasonal fabric assortments that reflect brand identity while enabling efficient Industrialization. You lead the end-to-end fabric development lifecycle, with a strong focus on material research, innovation, and industrialization. You translate creative concepts into scalable, production-ready materials, ensuring alignment across design, quality, and manufacturing. With deep technical expertise in fabrics - particularly outerwear and performance materials - you bring a strong understanding of fabric construction, fiber/yarn selection, finishes, and performance attributes to guide development decisions. Partnering with cross-functional teams, vendors, and suppliers, you drive seamless execution from concept through bulk readiness. You also play a key role in elevating team capability by coaching and mentoring junior talent, while contributing to broader material strategies in partnership with the inline Materials Research and Innovation team. About The Role: * Act as the key consultant for all fabric-related inquiries tied to Creative Director capsules. * Collaborate with the Creative Director and Paris atelier to research, develop, and source seasonal fabrics that align with brand vision and support timely industrialization. * Lead material innovation by identifying new fabrics, constructions, and technologies that enhance both creative expression and commercial viability. * Drive the fabric development process from concept through commercialization, ensuring materials are scalable, cost-effective, and production ready. * Translate creative direction into actionable development strategies, balancing aesthetics, performance, and manufacturing feasibility. * Partner closely with Raw Materials Sourcing to onboard and commercialize new vendors and materials. * Collaborate with the inline Materials Research and Innovation team to integrate key developments into the broader materials toolbox and support long-term material strategies. * Maintain strong alignment with Toronto materials development team to leverage existing developments and avoid duplication. * Oversee sampling and prototyping in partnership with Product Development to ensure accurate execution of material intent. * Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams (Paris and Toronto), vendors, and suppliers, ensuring clear communication and visibility on development progress. * Support colour development in partnership with the Toronto colour team, ensuring smooth transition from lab dips to bulk production. * Collaborate with the Raw Materials Engineer to review material performance insights and ensure alignment with quality standards for production readiness. * Partner with Sourcing to align on lead times and minimums early in the development process, proactively mitigating risks at bulk production. * Maintain and continuously evolve the materials library and toolbox. * Manage multiple timelines across capsules with strong prioritization and decision-making. * Coach, mentor, and develop the Fabric Associate Developer, providing guidance on technical development, workflow management, and professional growth. ## Related Videos - [Designing How Work Feels: The Science Behind Sanofi’s Workplace Experience](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1848-designing-how-work-feels-the-science-behind-sanofi-s-workplace-experience) - [3x Performance: A Humbling Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100165-3x-performance-a-humbling-journey) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [NoCode LiveCode: Leveraging AI Tools to Craft Fully Functional Apps!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1169-nocode-livecode-leveraging-ai-tools-to-craft-fully-functional-apps) - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies to Work For in Paris: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/190-best-companies-to-work-for-in-paris-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Best Companies to Work For in France: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/189-best-companies-to-work-for-in-france-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Spanish Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/353-spanish-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023)