Head of Product Development Menswear

ISRID Agency | Fashion & Luxury Recruitment; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy

Growth opportunities

CSR & sustainability

40% staff discount

Job summary

Suitsupply is seeking a Head of Product Development to lead the full product creation process from concept through commercialization, ensuring alignment with brand vision, targets, and quality. You will drive product and fabric innovation with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Production, while mentoring the PD team and ensuring timely handovers to production.

You will guide strategic direction, manage timelines, and champion continuous improvement, collaborating with global teams and Centric

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in product development, preferably within menswear, tailoring, or premium/luxury fashion.
• Proven experience managing multi-category product teams and large-scale development pipelines.
• Strong technical expertise in garment engineering, fit, fabrics, and finishing techniques.
• Deep understanding of global supply chains, including mills, factories, and sourcing markets.
• Proficiency in PLM systems and advanced Excel skills; Adobe Suite is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end product development process, aligning growth strategy with design and commercial needs.
• Provide leadership to the Product Development team and mentor junior developers.
• Drive fabric development and supplier partnerships, ensuring material innovation.
• Set development timelines and ensure timely sample delivery to production.
• Collaborate with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Buying to shape long-term product strategy.
• Act as PLM owner and drive improvements with Centric partner integration.

Skills

Product development leadership

Pattern making

Garment engineering

Fabrics & finishing

PLM systems

Excel

Adobe Suite

Communication

Tools

Adobe Suite

Job description

Location: Amsterdam - The Netherlands > We are open to support in relocation of talent

Recruitment and candidate selections via Isrid Agency.

Context/update from Isrid: As an official talent partner for Suitsupply, I'm supporting C-level with recruiting and onboarding a Senior Specialist PD team. Meanwhile, we found the absolute top in candidates ( experience, skills, drive and match with the culture ) to onboard as the specialists for this team, however, we did not find the right match for the role who leads this team: The Head of Product Development.

This is why I share this vacancy again, in the hope and believe that you see yourself matching with this role, or think of someone who does!

Main criteria are:

• Experienced in and a great passion for all-round high quality menswear collection development ( of course: tailoring experience is an absolute pre )
• A trackrecord in vendor management, relationship building and visiting the factories> being on top of product development and innovation.
• We need a high level of communications in English and the ability to interact with C-Level stakeholders.
• Experience in a certain business scale. Suitsupply is a global company, entrepreneurial by heart with a huge scope and ambitions. We need a leader who's CV communicates the same
• Able to relocate to Amsterdam/The Netherlands.

About Suitsupply:

Founded in Europe in 2000, Suitsupply has grown to over 100 international stores in cities such as Milan, London, Amsterdam, Zurich, Munich, New York, Toronto, Dubai, Shanghai and Hong Kong. In addition to our ever-expanding number of brick-and-mortar locations, we maintain a strong online presence, allowing Suitsupply to bring our style and top-tier service to all corners of the globe.

In an industry where fast fashion dominates and craftsmanship is fast disappearing, Suitsupply introduces a better option: one where no attention to detail or quality is ever spared. That’s why we use only the finest Italian fabrics sourced from mills such as Ferla, E. Thomas and Vitale Barberis Canonico.

We have received widespread accolades from the likes of The New York Times, GQ, Esquire, and, perhaps most notably, a Wall Street Journal blind test that rated a $600 Suitsupply suit in a first-place tie with a $3,600 Armani.

While high-quality suiting at an affordable price point remains at the core of all that we do, our versatile range includes a wide range of knitwear, jackets, trousers, outerwear, shoes.

At Suitsupply, we pride ourselves in taking innovative approaches to traditional problems. This has led to the development of technologies such as our size passport, and a commitment to in-house tailoring, providing quick alterations while you wait for a perfect fit every time. Each and every Style Advisor receives in-depth training through our acclaimed Suit School, bringing the unmatched level of passion and expertise that make Suitsupply’s customer service stand out.

About the job:

As the Head of Product Development, you will lead the full product creation process from concept through commercialization, ensuring every development aligns with Suitsupply’s brand vision, commercial targets, and quality standards. You will drive product and fabric innovation in close partnership with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Production teams. This role involves setting strategic direction, managing development timelines, and overseeing the successful handover from development into production. You will also mentor and grow the Product Development team, fostering collaboration, operational excellence, and innovation. Your work will directly shape the future of Suitsupply’s product offering and support the company’s continued growth.

What you will do:

• Lead the end-to-end product development process, ensuring strong alignment between company growth strategy, design direction, and commercial needs.
• Strong expertise in pattern making and construction.
• Experienced in developing, and refining patterns to ensure optimal fit, quality, and manufacturability.
• Steer and manage the Product Development team (Senior, Mid, Junior Product Developers, and Fabric Developers), building capabilities and defining best practices.
• Drive fabric development initiatives by strengthening current vendor partnerships, sourcing new suppliers, and ensuring continuous material innovation.
• Set, manage, and improve development timelines to ensure on-time sample delivery and smooth transition into production.
• Partner closely with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Buying teams to shape long-term product strategies and identify growth opportunities.
• Act as the PLM business owner by mastering the system, guiding implementation, collaborating with key stakeholders, and driving continuous improvements internally and with Centric partners.
• Champion product innovation by exploring new materials, technologies, and construction methods to elevate the product offering.
• Monitor market and competitor developments to ensure Suitsupply remains at the forefront of modern menswear and tailoring.

Who you are:

• 10+ years of experience in product development, preferably within menswear, tailoring, or premium/luxury fashion.
• Proven experience managing multi-category product teams and large-scale development pipelines.
• Strong technical expertise in garment engineering, fit, fabrics, and finishing techniques.
• Deep understanding of global supply chains, including mills, factories, and sourcing markets.
• Proficiency in PLM systems and advanced Excel skills; Adobe Suite is a plus.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence across departments and regions.
• Strategic thinker with a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Strong organizational and decision-making abilities, with a solution-oriented approach.
• Adaptable and resilient, comfortable leading in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

What you will get:

• Autonomy: We empower you to take ownership, make meaningful decisions, and drive impact without layers of sign-off.
• Growth: We see your potential as a key asset. At Suitsupply, you’ll have abundant opportunities to learn, grow, and excel in a supportive environment that encourages development at every step.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Our commitment to sustainability and ethical business is unwavering. We work exclusively with suppliers who uphold the highest standards, in alignment with the International Labour Organization.
• Style: Immerse yourself in a world of beautifully crafted, high-quality products, and enjoy a 40% discount on Suitsupply products.