Executive ‐ Technology Entrepreneur
Based at Activewear - Biyagama
The Activewear Value Stream delivers high-performance sportswear and athleisure solutions designed for technical functionality, durability and everyday versatility— serving sports, lifestyle and performance segments. With a strong focus on innovation, MAS is advancing wearable technology that tracks fitness and workout analytics while blending advanced sportswear with fashion and aesthetic appeal. Operating across Sri Lanka, Jordan and Indonesia, and with development centres in Sri Lanka and Canada, Activewear serves a global customer base that includes Nike, Lululemon, Patagonia and Gymshark. The Activewear product range offers diverse solutions such as Knit, Fleece, Tees, Woven, Sweaters, Engineered Knit. As a unified platform, the Activewear Value Stream combines global scale, speed and technical expertise, positioning MAS as a trusted partner for innovative, performance and lifestyle apparel.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support in the development of virtual & physical prototypes both internally & with partners to create open innovation briefs that can be converted to realistic investment opportunities.
- Proactively understand technology requirements of new projects & growth platforms and develop innovative approaches in solving technological challenges so as to generate meaningful resolutions.
- Research & understand adoptable technology and identify potential partners to work with in a collaborative fashion to ensure optimal productivity.
- Support all internal and partner teams in technical related activities and problem-solving initiatives whilst getting involved in proto and concept development to ensure newness to the customer by offering alternatives to their requirement which supports the business needs and benefit the customer.
- Good understanding of the open innovation process and product development methodologies being able to convert consumer Jobs to be done, to functional requirements and converge to technology jobs to be done.
- Research and be up to date with new technology and ecosystem and utilize them effectively in order to maximize functional value of products and process.
- Proactively ensure measures are taken to protect organizational intellectual property including prepare and update log books to ensure patent licenses are obtained and the organization is protected.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Degree in in Engineering or Science.
- 2 - 3 years of experience in a similar capacity.
- Good Communication Skills.
- Logical and Analytical Thinking.
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Skills Required
- Degree in Engineering or Science
- 2–3 years of experience in a similar capacity
- Good communication skills
- Logical and analytical thinking
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
What We Do
MAS is an innovation driven company founded on a perfect blend of daring and visionary thinking. Focusing on fashion and lifestyle, we are one of Asia’s largest manufacturers of intimate apparel, sportswear, performance wear and swimwear and provide IT solutions to the apparel and footwear industry worldwide. MAS nurtures and drives a culture of excellence where over 114,000 global associates activate their full potential. Our identity, which goes beyond great products, is deeply embedded in community well-being and nurturing world-class teams.
