Product Developer

1. Execute deliverables of the E2E Calendar

2. Monitor Performance & KPIs on Design to Cost, Critical path (E2E Milestones); Fabric Activities & Collaboration, Development ratio (Hit Rate)

3. Sample Management (Ensure availability within E2E milestones)

4. Operates within the Sourcing Strategy for the assigned category / division and discuss specific Sourcing requirements for their assigned areas

5. Pre-Screen line plan & programs to allocate workload and initial risk assessment

6. Support the collaborative development meetings between Design, Merchandising and Technical Services

7. Negotiate with suppliers on OCS/product costs

Key Relationships:

1. Merchandising, Design, Sourcing, Raw Materials & QMTS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Extensive knowledge of fabrics qualities in applicable product categories

2. Good knowledge of textiles processing, finishing & dyeing/printing techniques

3. Understanding of Design to Cost elements driving the “Should be Cost” formula’s

4. Understanding of Product Development, Trims & Accessories and Range Building aspects

5. Working knowledge of PLM

6. Good command of spoken & written English

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

1. Degree in Fashion & Textiles

2. Minimum 5+ years of Product Development experience (or comparable field) in the relevant product category