Full-Time
Senior Materials Lead
Apparel & Accessories
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Whoop
1,001-5,000 employees
Wearable fitness tracker with personalized insights
Senior, Expert
Boston, MA, USA
The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office.
You match the following Whoop's candidate preferences
Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:
- 10+ years of experience in a combination of materials development, materials innovation or materials sourcing.
- Diverse material experience and knowledge is preferred, including: fabric, leather, synthetic, trim, polymers, etc.
- Ability to teach / mentor others in the organization regarding material processes, manufacturing, etc.
- Manages effectively in a fast-paced, ambiguous and changing environment with high emotional intelligence and resilience.
- Can travel approximately 20% of the time with demonstrated experience traveling to overseas suppliers to develop and commercialize new materials.
- Approach problems with a solution-oriented outlook and a strong bias for action.
- Ability to partner across the organization to align on project goals, objectives and to quickly escalate and resolve issues as they arise.
- Drive and execute WHOOP’s global material development & innovation initiatives for apparel and accessories.
- Own the end-to-end material development process, inclusive of evolutionary and revolutionary concepts for apparel and accessories.
- Collaborate with WHOOP design, engineering, supply chain, quality and manufacturing to determine the ideal material and supply partner for apparel and accessories.
- Manage and develop material supplier relationships to drive performance, cost excellence, innovation, sustainability and supply risk. Categorize and leverage strategic vs. transactional suppliers.
- Proactively identify and resolve potential material manufacturing issues early in the process in order to avoid delays.
- Drive material and overall process improvements and positively influence the design organization and product creation team.
- Identify future material innovations that could be exclusive to WHOOP and partner with the legal team to ensure proper protection agreements are in place.
- Provide input on new or alternative materials or suppliers for improved design, manufacturability or cost improvement.
- Create a process for material testing standards and qualifications for addition to the apparel and accessories range.
- Act as a thought leader and teacher within product creation to educate the organization on critical material considerations.
- Always approach with a focus on quality, sustainability and overall customer experience.
WHOOP offers a fitness membership that focuses on improving personal health and performance through a wearable device called the WHOOP Strap 3.0. This device continuously collects physiological data, including heart rate, sleep patterns, and recovery levels, to provide users with personalized recommendations on their daily activity, sleep needs, and overall readiness for physical exertion. Unlike many competitors, WHOOP operates on a subscription model, where users pay a fee to access the membership, which includes the device and continuous insights through the WHOOP app. This model not only provides users with valuable data but also fosters a strong community through social features and challenges. The goal of WHOOP is to help users optimize their health and performance, catering to both fitness enthusiasts and professional athletes.
Company Stage
Series F
Total Funding
$393.7M
Headquarters
Boston, Massachusetts
Founded
2012
6 month growth
↓ -4%1 year growth
↓ -4%2 year growth
↓ -5%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- WHOOP's partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo boosts brand visibility and credibility.
- Expansion into 56 markets enhances WHOOP's global presence and growth potential.
- Collaborations with brands like Assos strengthen WHOOP's position in sports technology.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from brands like Oura and Fitbit threatens market share.
- Privacy concerns over data collection could lead to regulatory challenges.
- Economic downturns may affect consumer willingness to pay subscription fees.
What makes Whoop unique
- WHOOP offers 24/7 physiological data tracking with its WHOOP Strap 3.0.
- The company provides personalized health insights for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
- WHOOP's subscription model includes a community aspect for user engagement.
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Benefits
Take Time Off: Time outside of the office is important for sleep, strain and recovery! Our PTO plan encourages members to take time off in order to come back refreshed.
Live a Healthy Lifestyle: Our competitive benefits package includes premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents. Life and disability insurance are also available.
Feel Invested: In addition to a competitive base salary and 401k, you're eligible to receive stock options to share in the future of WHOOP. Work means more when you have personal stake. You have ownership in what we are building.
Eat Well: Keep hunger at bay with endless snacks in our fully stocked kitchen. Enjoy catered team lunches on Friday, and even a cold brew keg.
Know The Product: We want you to understand and experience the product firsthand. We offer you a WHOOP strap and membership at no cost.
Be Active: Take advantage of our office gym and on-site showers! WHOOP also offers a $500 yearly wellness perk for fitness classes and memberships.
Be Present: It’s important to be present when bringing home a new family member. Take care of your loved ones with 12 weeks paid parental leave, plus an additional 2 weeks to gradually return to work.
Love Where You Work: Sitting in the heart of Fenway, our beautiful office overlooks Fenway Park. A prime location for great food, not to mention catching a Sox game, too!
Work Hard, Play Harder: If we don't already have a club here that fits your lifestyle and interests, you're encouraged to start one. Share your passions with others at work, or discover new ones!