Product Developer Apparel Dynafit (M/F) - maternity replacement

Tasks & responsibilities

• Capture and detail all product materials/construction information, and maintain an accurate database of BOM information that will result in efficient raw material purchasing and accurately produced finished product
• Coordinate all factory communication throughout development process to ensure accurate material sourcing, costing, and successful execution of product
• Direct development process of assigned products to achieve commercial viability of designs through collaboration with Design, Materials Development, Purchasing, Production and Quality departments
• Support the calendar and process including costing, quality evaluation, fabric, trim and color standards, and approval requirements with the factory
• Manage proto, sample, counter-sample, and production approvals to ensure Dynafit quality standards as well as on time deliveries
• Coordinate with Planning, Purchasing, and Design departments on all sampling requirements.
• Work in collaboration with design and pattern making to ensure products meet established fit and measurement standards
• Work in conjunction with the Design- and Marketing Team to ensure all external product communication accurately reflects product model and specification
• Work in close collaboration with Quality Control to ensure product excellence and troubleshoot production issues  

Profile

• Degree in Apparel or Textile Design, Apparel Technology, Merchandising, Engineering or similar
• 3+ year experience in development, production or merchandising; proven skills at problem solving, interpreting design intent and product innovation
• Knowledge of apparel construction, material construction and properties, pattern making, costing, bill of materials, embroidery and surface applications (e.g. screen printing, etc.)
• Understanding of Trail Running and Ski Touring sports, ideally active user
• Experience with offshore vendors and manufacturers
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Fluent English in English, Italian and/or German is a plus  

Workplace

Brands of Oberalp-Group