Senior Product Developer Jersey & Sweat - AlphaTauri

Red Bull; Elsbethen; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Bull's AlphaTauri fashion brand is seeking a collection developer to lead end-to-end development of premium jersey and sweat products, from concept to bulk. You will ensure innovative functionality, quality and efficient production processes throughout the lifecycle.

You will oversee fit, workmanship approvals and technical documentation, partnering with Design, Product Management, Sourcing and Quality to deliver on-time, premium garments that meet standards and market demands.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven experience in product development for jersey, sweat and sportswear.
• Deep understanding of jersey fabrics, trims and garment construction/ workmanship.
• Strong expertise in apparel graphics (placement, print techniques, embroidery, applications).
• Advanced user skills in MS Office, Adobe Illustrator and LM tools.
• Structured and reliable team player with a hands‑on, analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in working with cross‑functional teams and international suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fit, workmanship approvals and technical documentation for jersey and sweat categories.
• Work with Design and Product Management from concept to final product ensuring quality, fit and technical standards.
• Drive target costing with Sourcing, Buying and Quality for commercially competitive premium products.
• Create and maintain accurate product documentation and technical files for end‑to‑end processes.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Management, Sourcing, Quality, Buying and suppliers to align stakeholders and timelines.
• Safeguard timelines and quality across all development stages.

Skills

Product development

Jersey fabrics

Garment construction

Apparel graphics

MS Office

Adobe Illustrator

LM tools

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Illustrator

LM tools

Job description

• Full-time
• Travel: 0
• Job type: Permanent

Company Description

Do you want to be part of AlphaTauri, Red Bull's premium fashion lifestyle brand, which combines what other brands collaborate for – seamlessly uniting fashion, functionality, and sports? Then this is for you!

You’ll be responsible for the end-to-end development of premium jersey and sweat products, ensuring innovative functionality, superior quality, and efficient production processes from concept to bulk.

Job Description

COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT

In this role, you'll oversee fit, workmanship approvals, graphic execution, and product documentation for our jersey and sweat categories. Working closely with Design and Product Management, you'll support the development process from concept to final product, ensuring all garments meet quality, fit, and technical standards.

COSTS

You'll manage and drive the target costing process for your assigned styles, partnering closely with Sourcing, Buying, and Quality to achieve the optimal balance of product innovation, margin, and price. Throughout the entire product lifecycle, you’ll maintain clear, proactive communication with our suppliers, challenge cost drivers, and identify optimization opportunities to ensure commercially competitive and premium products.

FIT & QUALITY

In this role, you'll be responsible for managing and approving garment fit throughout the entire development cycle, including active participation in fittings. You'll review and validate workmanship, construction details, and graphic applications to ensure they meet our standards. In addition, you'll create and maintain accurate product documentation and technical files to support a smooth end‑to‑end process.You'll partner closely with Design, Product Management, Sourcing, Quality, Buying, and our suppliers to keep all stakeholders aligned and informed. In doing so, you'll consistently safeguard both timelines and quality standards across every stage of the process.

Qualifications

3 + years of proven experience in product development for jersey, sweat and sportswear – essential.

Deep understanding of jersey fabrics, trims and garment construction/ workmanship.

Strong expertise in apparel graphics (placement, print techniques, embroidery, applications).

Advanced user skills in MS Office, Adobe Illustrator and LM tools.

Structured and reliable team player with a hands‑on, analytical mindset.

Excellent communication skills and confidence in working with cross‑functional teams and international suppliers.

Genuine passion for fashion, functional sportswear and impactful apparel brands.

Additional Information

Due to legal reasons, we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary according to the collective agreement for this position, which is €2.509 gross per month. However, our attractive compensation package is based on market-oriented salaries and is therefore significantly above the stated minimum salary.

As an employer, we value diversity and support people in developing their potential and strengths, realizing their ideas and seizing opportunities. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or origin.