**Role Overview**
Dunhill are looking for a dynamic individual to take the lead in product development for their multi-category apparel. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating luxury-level products while working within strict timelines and challenging costing margin parameters. This role demands a strong partnership with our designers and merchandisers, and involves following a product’s complete development, from initial drawings to final samples.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Manage the product development for a selection of multi-category apparel products, mainly soft accessories and shirts. They are open to profiles with a multitude of product and category backgrounds, not just regulated to menswear.
- Use insights into the competitive environment, sales data, brand DNA and market feedback to manage the development of creative and commercial product collections
- Drive innovation and research & development for continuous progression and elevation of collections
- Liaise with stakeholders to ensure completion of relevant development steps
- Negotiate costs to align with margin strategy
- Maintain up-to-date data in the PLM system
- Support the Quality & CSR team with the sustainability strategy
- Manage ad-hoc projects and support counterparts when needed
- Organise and maintain fabric, leather and trims archiving systems
- Support the technical and design teams during product fit sessions
- Source innovative and sustainable materials
- Prepare and present your product category at key sign off meetings
- Manage all incoming/outgoing shipments and couriers
- Monitor prototype and salesman sample deliveries
- Track and monitor purchase orders and manage your seasonal budget
**Success Criteria**
- Relevant product development experience
- Experience in managing design and product development critical paths
- Team player with a positive approach
- Ability to handle a fast-paced environment and multiple projects
- Excellent written and spoken English proficiency
- Relevant BA (Hons) or equivalent qualification in design
- Openness to ideas and a collaborative work ethic
- Willingness to travel abroad to liaise with suppliers
**What We Offer**
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