Knit Product Developer & Knit Engineer

Relocation Required – Honduras Textile Industry | Knitwear | PLM | Global Exposure We are looking for a strategic and experienced textile professional with over 10 years of experience in knit product development and fabric engineering. This role is ideal for someone with strong expertise in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), from raw material sourcing to final product delivery, who can translate global trends into scalable and profitable collections while ensuring operational excellence. Also known in the industry as: Fabric Developer (industry standard title)Textile Engineer / Knit EngineerKnit Technologist / Fabric TechnologistRaw Material Developer – KnitsKnitwear Developer Key Responsibilities Lead the Knit Fashion Design & Product Development teamManage sourcing from initial inquiry to final order placementConduct market research and benchmark analysisAttend buyer meetings, road shows, conferences, and design fairsMaintain and develop a global product libraryStay updated on global trends, fabrics, trims, and embellishmentsEnsure smooth communication with international clientsDevelop and maintain yearly design calendarsSupport marketing with buyer presentations & visual merchandisingGuide merchandising and marketing teams on trend directionStrengthen buyer relationships through ongoing trend sharingReport team performance and status to top management Technical Skills Strong experience in fabric design and knit product development (Required)ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)PLM softwareAdobe Illustrator3D design tools (CLO 3D, Optitex)Professional working proficiency in English Requirements Fluent English (Spanish is a plus)