Technical Production Executive

Dries Van Noten; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hospitalization insurance

Group insurance plan

Meal vouchers

Eco vouchers

Stock sale

Employee discount

Job summary

Dries Van Noten in Antwerp, Belgium seeks a Technical Production Executive to strengthen production prep for Womenswear and Menswear. You will ensure product data, BOMs, and technical documentation are accurate within PLM and ERP systems, collaborating closely with Pattern Making, Product Development, and Production teams.

You will translate pattern updates into production fiches, run BOM checks, support data management, and help streamline processes while staying organised and proactive.

Qualifications

• Degree in Fashion Technology, Textile Engineering, Product Development, Fashion Management or related field.
• Approximately 5 years of professional experience in Product Development, Production, Technical Design, Pattern Making, or related fashion environment.
• Solid understanding of garment construction, technical specifications, product information management, and production processes.
• Experience with Excel and using PLM, ERP, or other product management systems.

Responsibilities

• Support Production team during production preparation for Womenswear and Menswear collections.
• Update and maintain product articles, BOMs, and technical information in PLM and ERP systems.
• Translate final pattern and construction updates into accurate production documentation, ensuring all changes are reflected in BOMs and fiches.
• Perform BOM checks and verify the consistency of product specifications prior to production launch.
• Collaborate with Pattern Making, Product Development, and other cross-functional teams for data accuracy and efficiency.
• Assist in monitoring production readiness and ensuring styles are set up in systems before production starts.
• Support admin tasks linked to production preparation, data management, and system implementation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Analytical skills

Data management

Excel

PLM

ERP

BOMs

Communication

Fluent English

Education

Fashion Technology / Textile Engineering / Product Development / Fashion Management

Tools

PLM

ERP

Job description

Dries Van Noten founded his eponymous brand in Antwerp, Belgium, in 1986. He is widely recognised for his distinctive approach to craft, combining refined tailoring with bold eclecticism. His signature use of print, texture, colour, and silhouette continues to define a style that exists beyond seasonal trends. Today, Dries Van Noten collections are available in stores across Europe, the United States, and Asia, as well as through a global network of wholesale partners, and online. The brand has recently expanded into beauty and fragrance, complementing its ready-to-wear and accessories collections. In December 2024, Julian Klausner was appointed Creative Director. Having worked closely with Dries since 2018, his deep understanding of the house’s identity ensures continuity while opening a new chapter for its future.

Mission

As a Technical Production Executive, you will support the team in preparing the Womenswear and Menswear collections for production. You will play a key role in ensuring that product data, technical documentation, and Bills of Materials are accurate and up to date within our PLM and ERP systems. Working closely with Pattern Making, Product Development, and Production teams, you will help facilitate a smooth transition from collection development to production while contributing to the continuous improvement of our systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Production team throughout the production preparation process of the Womenswear and Menswear collections.
• Update and maintain product articles, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and technical product information within our PLM and ERP systems.
• Translate final pattern and construction updates into accurate production documentation, ensuring all technical changes are correctly reflected in BOMs and technical fiches.
• Perform BOM checks and verify the consistency of product specifications prior to production launch.
• Collaborate closely with Pattern Making, Product Development, and other cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and process efficiency.
• Assist in monitoring production readiness and ensuring all styles are correctly set up within the relevant systems before production starts.
• Support administrative and operational tasks linked to production preparation, data management, and system implementation.

The tasks above are not conclusive and may change according to the needs of the company. A flexible approach towards tasks and responsibilities is always needed.

Profile

• You hold a degree in Fashion Technology, Textile Engineering, Product Development, Fashion Management, or a related field.
• You have approximately 5 year of professional experience within Product Development, Production, Technical Design, Pattern Making, or a related fashion environment.
• You have a solid understanding of garment construction, technical specifications, product information management, and production processes.
• You have experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders across the product creation and production lifecycle.
• You are highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage complex product information with accuracy.
• You possess strong analytical skills and enjoy working with systems, data management, and process optimisation.
• You are comfortable working with Excel and have experience using PLM, ERP, or other product management systems.
• You have experience with Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical documentation, and product data within a production environment.
• You are proactive, solution-oriented.
• You communicate clearly and build constructive relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and business partners.
• Fluent in English. Dutch is considered a plus.

Offer

Our company values Authenticity, Respect and Creativity are the pillars of our working culture. As part of our team, you can expect a collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are important and encouraged.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a benefits package that includes hospitalization insurance, a group insurance plan, meal vouchers, and eco vouchers.

You’ll enjoy access to the Dries Van Noten stock sale and benefit from an employee discount. You will be invited to our company gatherings, which are designed to connect, celebrate our team, and strengthen the sense of belonging that defines our culture.