Junior Product Developer & Materials Specialist

Location: Via Milano

ABOUT FIVEFOURFIVE
Fivefourfive hails from Milan, Italy. With a strong focus on craftsmanship and style, we aim to
create timeless pieces defined by a simple and powerful design language. Our unique aesthetic
embodies our values and vision across products, atmosphere, communication, and events.
To support our continuous growth, we are looking for a Product Development & Materials
Specialist to join our Product Team. This role will play a key part in material research, supplier
development, and the end-to-end product development process.

JOB PURPOSE
Support the Product Department in the development of collections, with a strong focus on
materials research, supplier sourcing, and quality control, ensuring the highest standards in terms
of product performance, aesthetics, and craftsmanship.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The candidate will be responsible for:
- Researching, scouting, testing, and developing new suppliers, with a strong focus on fabrics,
yarns, and textile materials.
- Proposing and selecting fabrics, materials, and yarns in line with the brand’s identity, product
needs, performance requirements, and cost targets.
- Managing the development of selected products from initial design briefing through sampling,
prototyping, and final production delivery.
- Coordinating with designers, pattern makers, suppliers, and production partners to ensure
smooth workflow and timelines.
- Monitoring product quality throughout the entire development and production process.
- Performing quality control checks on samples and bulk production, both at our warehouse and
through on-site factory inspections.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Proven experience in the fashion or apparel industry, especially in product development roles.
- Strong and in-depth knowledge of textile materials, including fabrics, yarns, and finishing
processes.
- Educational background in textile engineering, fashion technology, or technical institutes
specialized in textiles is a strong plus.
- Open-minded attitude and strong willingness to learn, as well as to share knowledge and
support the growth of the team.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage critical production phases.
- Excellent teamwork skills and high sense of responsibility.
- Good knowledge of Adobe Suite (Illustrator and InDesign).
- Good knowledge of Excel.
- Fluency in English.

WHAT WE OFFER
- A dynamic and creative working environment within a growing international fashion brand.
- Direct involvement in all stages of product development.
- High level of responsibility and impact on the final product.
- Work-life balance: flexible working hours and remote work opportunities.
- An inclusive environment that embraces diversity and values individuality.

HEADQUARTERS
Milan – northern area, near Comasina metro station.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
At Fivefourfive, we foster an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people. We provide
equal opportunities to everyone, building a sustainable environment in which each individual can
contribute fairly to our collective success.

This job posting is addressed to candidates of all genders, in compliance with Italian Laws 903⁄77
and 125⁄91 .