Dynafit Junior Product Developer Apparel

Oberalp S.P.A.; Trentino-Alto Adige; In loco; EUR 27.000 - 33.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Oberalp Group's Dynafit division seeks a Junior Product Developer to transform concept ideas into technical apparel products, supporting management, design, development teams and suppliers.

Based in Bolzano, Italy, you will work cross-functionally across regions, participate in testing and fittings, and help maintain development records to deliver high-performance gear for mountain athletes.

Competenze

• 1–3 years of experience in apparel product development; recent graduates welcome.
• Understanding of garment construction, fabrics and manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication and organization, able to work cross-functionally.

Mansioni

• Translate design concepts into technical information in the PLM system with accuracy.
• Support development from concept to salesman sample and maintain records.
• Manage prototypes and samples, ensuring quality and timelines.
• Collaborate with pattern makers and suppliers on construction requirements.
• Work with garment manufacturers across regions; support supplier visits.
• Support fit sessions, testing and field/wash tests.
• Monitor development timelines and milestones.
• Contribute to ongoing improvement of construction, fit and quality.

Conoscenze

Italian language

English language

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Pattern making

Sewing skills

Formazione

Degree in Apparel/Textile Engineering/Fashion Technology

Descrizione del lavoro

The Oberalp Group is a management driven family business - a house of brands that creates high quality technical mountaineering products. We have 6 own brands Salewa, Dynafit, Pomoca, Wild Country, Evolv and LaMunt. As an exclusive partner of other brands in the sports sector we offer our entire know how in communication, sales and image building.

We are a team of more than 1000 employees in 11 countries worldwide – a group of adventurers and dreamers, mountaineers, looking for their next peak.

At Dynafit we are looking for a Junior Product Developer to join Apparel Division.

Working closely with Product Management, Design, Development teams, and suppliers, you will support the creation of technical apparel products from concept to salesman sample, contributing to high-performance products that reflect Dynafit's DNA and meet the needs of mountain athletes.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Translate design concepts and product requirements into detailed technical information within the PLM system, ensuring data accuracy and timely updates
• Support product development activities from concept to salesman sample, maintaining complete and organized development records for assigned styles
• Manage prototypes and samples, ensuring quality, fit consistency, and adherence to development timelines
• Collaborate with pattern makers and suppliers to communicate construction requirements and support product reviews throughout the development and sampling process
• Work closely with garment manufacturers across different regions, supporting development activities and supplier visits when required
• Support fit sessions, product evaluations, and testing activities, including field and washing tests
• Monitor development timelines and follow up on key development milestones
• Collaborate with Product Management and Design teams throughout the collection creation process, contributing to the continuous improvement of product construction, fit, functionality, and quality

Profile

• Degree or technical education in Apparel, Textile Engineering, Fashion Technology, or a comparable field
• 1–3 years of experience in apparel product development, preferably within sportswear, outdoor, technical apparel, or performance products; recent graduates with a relevant educational background in apparel or textiles are also welcome
• Basic understanding of garment construction, pattern making principles, fabrics, and apparel manufacturing processes
• Detail-oriented and organized, with a proactive and problem-solving mindset
• Good communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional and international environment
• Pattern making and sewing skills are a plus
• Very good Italian and English skills
• Availability to travel to suppliers, trade shows, and field-testing activities when required

Workplace: Bolzano (IT)

Annual Gross Base Salary Range : starting from 30,000€. Compensation for this role is based on skills, experience, qualifications, and job-related responsibilities. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Pay decisions are made consistently across comparable roles and career levels, supporting our commitment to equal pay for substantially similar work.

We are open to discussing a compensation package that appropriately reflects the value you can bring to the role.