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Director Product Development
VFC
Stabio, , Switzerland
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Job DescriptionAs part of the Product Creation team at Timberland, lead the apparel development organization ensuring alignment with the brand seasonal direction, the global business needs, regional sourcing capabilities and quality standards.
This role sets direction at a strategic level as well as the tactical execution of the product creation calendar to reliably develop product to design intent, quality, margin and timeline expectations; collaborating across department leaders with a multi-season time horizon perspective.
Provides leadership and inspiration across the creation team while coaching and guiding team-members in order to achieve department and brand results.
Be the pivotal role in the product creation team to turn product concepts into reality and accelerate business growth and relevance.
Strive to create apparel that meets relevant trends and leverages the brand DNA of Style, Performance and Green where applicable.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
• Ensure the team is compliant to the seasonal timeline milestones, recommends and shares changes in calendar as needed
• Work in close partnership with VP Apparel, Design Director, Merch Director, external key stakeholders in Regional Sourcing Offices and Innovation Centers
• Define and manage operating budget for the department
• Partner with functional leaders in Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, Innovation, to achieve maximum efficiency in calendar adherence, margin, quality and delivery rates.
• Support the establishment of best practices in predictive-costing function
• Create and maintain dashboard and reporting of product development KPIs for executive review.
• Responsible for the entire development process for apparel, through to timely handover for bulk commercialization.
• Monitor and continuously improves workload and organizational efficiency
• Ensure product integrity and alignment with CSR requirements
• Implement and monitor all product development programs including product and raw material commercialization, fit, calendar and color adherence.
• Build and develop the team (objective setting, assessments, coaching) and fosters cross-department collaboration
• Be an engaged and committed team-mate, Be a facilitator in negotiations
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's Degree in Design (Apparel), Engineering, Manufacturing or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 15+ years experience in Product Development and/or Technical Services in a medium or large sized apparel company
• Strong knowledge of product development processes including design, costing, manufacturing and sourcing, preferably with Asian based production and cut/sewn category
• Strong project planning and management skills, ability to develop and manage multiple timelines and deadlines
• Experience with Product Data Management systems (ie. Enovia) preferred
• Creates a strong, collaborative and supportive work culture where people can achieve objectives and fulfil their job expectations