Product Developer Sweater

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Product

• Focus on product development for sweater. Other Ready-to-Wear categories might be required.
• Develop product for kids, baby, men and ladies.
• Coordination of product prototyping process from initial concept to final sampling.
• Close collaboration with Design, Procurement, Sourcing, Garment Technicians, Fabric teams, and Manufacturing to effectively achieve the expected product results.
• Lead on time delivery and development according to critical dates and product specification.
• Identifies and addresses key issues and challenges in construction/manufacturing and plans accordingly to deliver the right and feasible product.
• Approve the look of final samples in alignment with the needs and requirements of Collection & Design teams.
• Monitors and communicates progress and challenges throughout the product development process to meet product integrity requirements.

Innovation & Sustainability

• Strong attention to sustainability and innovation techniques and materials in the industry.
• The Product Developer is aware of market trends, team goals, new technology and consumer needs throughout the development process.
• It is required to be proficient in the use of AI, 3D and other digital innovations and tools to drive easier and more efficient development.

Support to local teams & vendor design capabilities

• Support fabric and merchandising teams with strong trend knowledge and product sensibility to offer newness and the right materials & products.
• Support to vendors’ creative teams for a better understanding of brand needs & identity.
• Support local teams in sourcing new suppliers and evaluate their creative capabilities.
• The role is a senior position reporting to the Global Design and Product Development manager based in Hong Kong.

Key Requirements & Competences

• Strong fashion sense and trend awareness.
• Product and detail oriented.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion or Textile areas.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role working for international retailers and brands.
• Demonstrated project management and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time and planning management.
• Entrepreneurship values. Independent and capable to establish priorities and adapt to processes with a versatile personality and attitude. Self-motivated.
• Strong team player and communication skills. Capable to interact with varied audiences.
• Curious and self-directed, always looking for new opportunities for the product and the customer.
• Use of AI for creative industries.
• Highly analytical and creative thinking.
• Proficient in Adobe & Office Suites.

RELEVANT COMPETENCES

Soft Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer literate
• Good command of English
• Strong task-oriented style
• Be flexible
• A team player