Product Development Manager Women Leather RTW

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Job Title: Product Development Manager Women Leather RTW

Location: Paris

Permanent contract

Reports into: Head of Product Development Leather RTW

A Product developer in the Leather responsible for overseeing the entire process of bringing leather products to life, working closely with Designer’s team & Merchandising.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the product development process from concept to design, collaborating closely with the Studio, Pattern Makers, Atelier, and Vendors.
• Oversee the entire collection timeline, from kick-off to editing, ensuring adherence to project milestones and deadlines.
• Material Sourcing and Evaluation: Identify and source high-quality leather materials together with our Leather search team and trims, evaluating their suitability for the intended product designs and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Technical Specifications: Create detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs), material requirements, comments & construction methods, finishing techniques, to guide the manufacturing process using PLM software.
• Prototyping and Sample Development: Oversee the creation of prototypes and samples, working closely with manufacturers to ensure accurate interpretation of design specifications and resolving any technical issues that arise.
• Coordinate the execution of tests, trials, prints, intarsia, and other special techniques at subcontractors or vendors.
• Actively participate in pre-buy meetings, verifying Bills of Materials (BOMs), and providing expertise on product development aspects.
• Cost Analysis and Value Engineering: Work with Vendors & Merchandising team to analyze product costs, identify opportunities for cost optimization without compromising quality, and implement value engineering strategies.
• Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams: Collaborate on the industrialization process, facilitating a smooth transition from development to production.

Skills

• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in product development within the fashion industry.
• Strong knowledge of leather materials and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset with the ability to drive initiatives and resolve complex problems.
• Adaptability and flexibility to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Keen attention to detail and a strong sense of aesthetics and product awareness.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, JD Edwards, and PLM software is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 -10 years of relevant experience in product development or a related field.
• Languages: Fluency in Spanish and English is required. Knowledge of Italian or French is a plus.

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