WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a thoughtful and detail-oriented individual to drive testing initiatives for our client’s intimate and body-conscious apparel in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment. Given the close-to-body nature of our client’s Underwear, Loungewear, and technical Shapewear and close interactions with the female Athlete*, the ideal candidate needs to be a subject matter expert in consumer research, product performance testing, have experience managing body-conscious discussions, proven influencing skills, exceptional communication and organizational skills, as well as the proven ability to take initiative in identifying areas of opportunities and implementing solutions in conjunction with the leadership team.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

You will become an integral part of the Apparel Product Testing Team and ensure strong cross-functional working comms, testing plans and execution, athlete led insights and data-driven decisions. You will partner with the cross functional Apparel teams collaborating with Design, Product Merchandising, Technical Development, Materials, Risk Engineering and Apparel Labs. Most importantly, you will also work with female Athletes* to amplify their Voice in the pursuit of product excellence. You will do so by gaining a better understanding of their needs and capture their feedback ensuring Apparel and Accessories fit and perform to the highest standards.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

This individual will expertly analyze both quantitative and qualitative data while capturing product and athlete* feedback, to be delivered through clear and informative written reports, presented back to product creation and apparel leadership teams. This role will both execute all existing aspects of product testing, as well as evolve testing practices to advance testing capabilities. This includes expertly planning, and executing multi-part tests, recruiting, and building relationships with target athletes* and developing strategies for broader testing program. You will facilitate body-conscious product evaluations with a high level of discretion, respect and inclusivity.

WHAT YOU BRING

• You will provide thought leadership within the Apparel testing and product creation space. You will create and be responsible for evolving external relationships with athletes*, testing methodologies and existing product scope.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, experience or training.
• 6 years’ experience in apparel creation, product testing, consumer research, or apparel performance (preferably in intimate apparel or activewear, can also include consumer products, food, automotive, textiles)
• Advance understanding of fit, fabric performance, and wear testing methodologies.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to elicit information, actively listen, dialogue freely, verbalize ideas optimally.
• Ability to facilitate conversations around body perception, comfort, and wear experience of female athlete*.
• Proven experience creating and maintaining ethical and professional standards in handling partially clothed testing environments, ensuring all participants feel safe and respected.
• Competent in qualitative and quantitative test design, data collection, and analysis
• Ability to lead cross-functional workstreams
• Knowledge of psychometrics, sensory-perception, behavioral sciences or motor learning and control is a plus
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office (or equivalent) programs
• Experience with one or more: SPSS, MESH01, Qualtrics, SigmaPlot, Airtable, Smartsheets, Dscout, EyeQuestion
• Passion for sport is a plus
• Ability to travel up to 20-30% per year
• Ability to work with athletes* in their environment

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $55.19 to $61.33 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! 

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.