Product Development Manager - Luxury Brand Licensing (FTC)

People Marketing Fashion Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

People Marketing Fashion Recruitment is seeking a Product Development Manager in Greater London for a 1-year maternity FTC. The role involves leading the full product development process across luxury brands, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fashion product development, excellent management skills, and a strong commercial awareness. This position demands effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to achieve market success and drive efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in fashion product development, preferably across licensed brands.
• Proven track record managing the full product lifecycle from concept through production.
• Strong sourcing and supplier management experience across global supply bases.
• Advanced understanding of garment construction and fit.
• Previous people management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Product Development and Technical teams.
• Create and maintain seasonal SKU plans and product set-up.
• Drive process improvements in product development.
• Manage supplier relationships and sourcing strategies.
• Support business growth through product decisions.

Skills

Fashion product development

Sourcing and supplier management

Garment construction

Commercial awareness

Team leadership

Job description

People Marketing Fashion Recruitment is seeking a Product Development Manager in Greater London for a 1-year maternity FTC. The role involves leading the full product development process across luxury brands, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fashion product development, excellent management skills, and a strong commercial awareness. This position demands effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to achieve market success and drive efficiencies.