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Senior Raw Materials Developer, Accessories

ALO · Commerce, California, United States

Posted about 2 months ago · $110,000-$145,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
55 days
ALO's roles stay open a median of 41 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
33% of ALO's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at ALO
high
531 stale, 14 reposted of 1,102 open
Hiring momentum
1469 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-27

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from ALO's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for ALO.

About this role

The Senior Raw Materials Developer for Accessories at ALO is responsible for the development and commercialization of raw materials for various accessory categories, including bags and hats. The role involves sourcing materials, establishing specifications, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring that materials meet quality and sustainability standards. The developer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring innovative materials to market while managing costs and timelines.

Our read on this posting3.6out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of ALO as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Design, Product Development, Fashion Merchandising, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 4+ years of raw material development experience in accessories, handbags, soft goods, trims, or related product categories
  • Strong understanding of soft materials, trims, and hardware used in accessories construction
  • Experience with testing requirements and common failure modes relevant to accessories materials
  • Experience managing suppliers and commercialization across multiple vendors and regions
  • Proficiency in PLM, Excel, and development tracking tools

Nice to have

  • Experience with leather and alternative leather developments
  • Knowledge of trim and hardware development including plating, coating, and finish durability
  • Familiarity with sustainability initiatives such as recycled content, bio-based materials, traceability, and certification management
  • Understanding of chemical compliance frameworks and restricted substances relevant to accessories materials and finishes

What you get

  • Base salary range of $110,000-$145,000 per year
  • Performance bonuses
  • Long term incentives
  • PTO policy
  • Other progressive benefits

Worth weighing

  • Salary range may vary based on location, experience, and performance
  • Final base salary may exceed the upper end of the range in certain cases
  • Role involves managing multiple development timelines which may require strong organizational skills

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Listed by ALO on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-27. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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