Key Responsibilities:
1. Execute deliverables of the E2E Calendar
2.Monitor Performance & KPIs on Design to Cost, Critical path (E2E Milestones); Fabric Activities & Collaboration, Development ratio (Hit Rate)
3. Sample Management (Ensure availability within E2E milestones)
4. Operates within the Sourcing Strategy for the assigned category / division and discuss specific Sourcing requirements for their assigned areas
5. Pre-Screen line plan & programs to allocate workload and initial risk assessment
6. Support the collaborative development meetings between Design, Merchandising and Technical Services
7. Negotiate with suppliers on OCS/product costs

Key Relationships:
1. Merchandising, Design, Sourcing, Raw Materials & QMTS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Extensive knowledge of fabrics qualities in applicable product categories
2. Good knowledge of textiles processing, finishing & dyeing/printing techniques
3. Understanding of Design to Cost elements driving the “Should be Cost” formula’s
4. Understanding of Product Development, Trims & Accessories and Range Building aspects
5. Working knowledge of PLM
6. Good command of spoken & written English

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:
1. Degree in Fashion & Textiles
2. Minimum 3 years of Product Development experience (or comparable field) in the relevant product category