Developer Apparel - BU Outdoor - temp until 31.12.2024 (m/f/d)

TN Germany; Herzogenaurach; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in the athletic industry is seeking a Product Development Manager to oversee the product development process from concept to market. The role involves collaboration with various teams to ensure quality and timely delivery of performance apparel. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in product development and excellent communication skills.

Qualifikationen

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in the athletic industry.
• Focus on product development, design, or marketing.

Aufgaben

• Manage the product development process from kick-off to commercialization.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for project milestones.
• Engineer prototypes addressing functionality and manufacturability.

Kenntnisse

Presentation skills

2D to 3D visualization

Fluent in English

German

Ausbildung

Four-year college or university degree

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description:

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organisation:

Manage the product development process for assigned styles from seasonal kick-off through to commercialization. Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to ensure a smooth transition from brief/design to market-ready products, on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Understand consumer and market insights to develop performance apparel.
2. Coordinate with cross-functional teams for project milestones and handovers.
3. Engineer prototypes addressing functionality, aesthetics, market appeal, and manufacturability.
4. Work with Tier 1 partners to meet development milestones and quality standards.
5. Ensure projects meet cost targets and support timely color way activation.
6. Assist in developing manufacturable designs and ensure materials meet quality standards.
7. Maintain accurate Bill of Material information and participate in costing processes.
8. Establish strong relationships with key partners to ensure project success.

Key Relationships:

• Marketing, Design, Advanced Creation, Tier 1 supply partners, Product Creation Technology, Sourcing, Fit and Wear Test Department, Quality Assurance, Costing, Supply Chain Management, Customs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understanding of 2D to 3D visualization.
• Presentation skills.
• Fluent in English; German is an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four-year college or university degree.
• Knowledge of latest materials and processes.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in the athletic industry, focusing on product development, design, or marketing.