Helly Hansen is looking for a Senior Materials Manager Workwear

Helly Hansen Workwear is looking for a Senior Materials Manager, to support strategic innovation and technical development in its Workwear category.

This role is instrumental in maintaining Helly Hansen Workwear’s position as a premium leader and will play a vital role in future growth both in North America and European markets.

The Senior Materials Developer drives excellence in material functionality, sustainability, and supplier enablement, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and our sourcing office in Hong Kong.

Key responsibilities

• Lead development of advanced materials including woven, knits and insulations, with a strong focus on pants and waterproof / insulated, fully taped garments.
• Lead development and seasonal follow-up cross categories such as but not limited to trades, hi visibility and multinorm.
• Lead quality control and follow-up on material related topics.
• Define and maintain testing protocols and performance standards to meet the needs of professionals in the harshest environments.
• Collaborate with Hong Kong sourcing and supply chain teams to align on cost targets and vendor capabilities.
• Drive material innovation aligned with sustainability goals, compliance, and long-term product strategy.
• Represent the materials team in cross-functional meetings and supplier workshops.
• Take an active role in meetings, guiding teams in fabric selection and brief creation.
• Be an active leader and mentor for the Workwear materials team.
• Participate in supplier visits and trade fairs. Travel when needed to material mills in Asia.
• Strong understanding of the following is a must:
  • Hi Visibility Materials
  • Mulitnorm Materials
  • Flame Retardant Materials
  • Industry Wash Materials

Organizational structure

Reports to: Category Vice President Workwear

What we are looking for

• Minimum 10 years of experience in textile/material development.
• High level proficiency in performance fabrics and testing methodologies.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Experienced user of PLM systems and Microsoft Office programs.
• A good team player as well as independently taking initiative.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience of price negotiations is a plus.
• Fluent in English.
• Great time management.

Work Environment

• Ability to thrive in a lean, high growth environment

• Ability to work well across functions, diverse communities, and different time zones

We offer

• A culture that rewards excellence in an exciting phase of growth and new opportunities

• An ambitious, dynamic, creative, and international environment

• Discounts on great gear

• Travel Requirements: Ability to travel, including potential international travel

This position is a full-time employment at our Oslo Headquarters.

Any questions can be directed to andreas.larsen@hellyhansen.com

Application (CV and cover letter) is ONLY accepted in the portal (due to personal data protection rules) and not later than 20 September 2026.