Director, Product Development and Production
Core
Strategic leadership of product development and production, transforming creative ideas into delivered fashion products while managing raw materials, schedules, and supplier relationships.
Role type
Director, Product Development and Production
Builds
Exclusive fashion collections, emerging local/national brands, and designer pieces
Domain
Fashion retail / Apparel manufacturing
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Strategic planning, team leadership, supply chain management, supplier negotiation, inventory management, cost optimization, trend analysis, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Entrepreneurial mindset, international travel readiness
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Ensure seamless execution of product development and production from concept to delivery; Collaborate with Design, Buying, Manufacturing, and Sourcing teams; Oversee production schedules and optimize time-to-market; Lead negotiation and positioning strategies to maximize margins; Manage relationships with suppliers and factories; Ensure rigorous management of raw materials and inventory turnover; Monitor industry trends for innovative solutions; Support and develop team members.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership