Product Developer

Banque Internationale à Luxembourg SA; Belgique; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Creative working environment

Supportive team culture

Job summary

A high-end fashion brand in Antwerp seeks a Product Developer for a temporary position starting in September. This role involves coordinating the entire product development process, managing supplier communication, and ensuring quality standards are met. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Fashion Technology, strong technical knowledge, and several years of experience in the luxury fashion industry. The company promotes creativity and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 3–6+ years of experience in product development within the luxury fashion industry.
• Strong attention to details and garment construction.
• Ability to read patterns and communicate corrections.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the entire product development process from concept to final product.
• Manage communication with suppliers and ensure timelines are met.
• Monitor product quality and ensure it aligns with brand standards.

Skills

Technical knowledge of garment fit

Experience with international suppliers

Strong project management skills

Fluent in English

Digital skills including MS-Office and Adobe Suite

Negotiation and communication skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Technology or related field

Tools

MS-Office

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

ERP software

Job description

Boloria is a new high‑end fashion brand built around refined design, exceptional materials, and a strong creative vision. The brand focuses on developing elevated pieces where craftsmanship, fabric quality, and attention to detail are central to every stage of the process.

To support the development of our collections, we are looking for a Product Developer to join our team on a temporary basis from the beginning of September 26 until half of March 27.

As Product Developer, you are responsible for coordinating the complete product development process, from initial design concept to the final product. You act as the key link between design, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring that each product is developed according to the brand’s quality standards, timelines, and cost targets.

You work closely with the design studio, pattern makers, production manager and production partners to translate creative ideas into high‑quality products ready for market.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Product Development Coordination

• Coordinate the complete product development process from design concept to final product.
• Manage daily communication with international suppliers and ateliers.
• Ensure all development timelines are respected and aligned with the seasonal calendar.
• Arrange and attend prototype and sample fittings with the design team.

Technical Development

• Prepare detailed technical sheets (tech packs) that include all technical details of the garment.
• Develop and follow up on all product specifications with ateliers.
• Coordinate the prototyping process, including final sample launch.
• Evaluate fits, fabrics, and construction details during fittings together with the design team.
• Attend production fittings, communicate production changes to ateliers and launch pre‑production samples.

Quality Control

• Monitor product quality throughout the different development stages.
• Ensure that final products meet the brand’s quality and aesthetic standards.
• Set up quality guide and rules for external quality controllers.
• Divide and coordinate the different collection categories between suppliers.
• Follow up deadlines and seasonal calendar per supplier.
• Align delivery timelines with the commercial calendar.
• Negotiate pricing and monitor production costs without compromising on quality.

Operational Follow‑Up

• Follow up on orders, logistics, administration and payment flow.
• Support cost analysis to optimise product profitability.

MUST‑HAVES:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Technology, Fashion Design, or a related field.
• 3–6+ years of experience in product development, ideally within the luxury fashion industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of garment fit, construction and attention to small details.
• Experience working with international suppliers and production partners.
• Ability to read patterns and communicate corrections.
• Strong digital skills including MS‑Office, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and ERP software.
• Understanding of sourcing, costing and production processes.
• Strong organisational and project‑management skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Fluent in English; Dutch and Italian are a plus.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast‑paced fashion environment.

WE OFFER:

• A unique organisation where creativity, innovation and our people are important.
• A nice team where fun, open communication and transparency are everyday fare.