We have an exciting new contract for an intimates/underwear specialist for a Head of Product Development & Integration.
This will be a two year contract to lead the Product Development Centre (PDC) for this product division which comprises of the Technical, Sample Room and IE costing teams.
Responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction to the team for achievement of Product Development and IE deliverables- right from development risk analysis to bulk execution support.
Head of Product Development & Integration – Key Responsibilities
- To develop the product offering, process and keep abreast of new technology.
- Lead formulation and deployment of effective strategies for achievement of the PDC functional deliverables.
- Provide direction for achievement of the SBU Technical and Sample Room KPIs
- Oversee achievement of the IE functional deliverables
- Drive synergies with the internal and external stake holders, including customer relationship management and deployment of industry best practices / innovations
- Provide guidance and training to PDC team and be responsible for their performance.
Head of Product Development & Integration – Qualifications, Experience & Skills
- The ideal applicant will be educated to Masters / Bachelors’ Degree in Apparel /Clothing Technology (with GSD Licence).
- Extensive experience in Product Development with strong exposure to Technical / Fit & Construction and Industrial Engineering concepts.
- At least 3-4 years’ experience in heading a similar PDC function (Technical, Sample room & IE teams), spear-heading implementation of Product Development best practices.
- Ability to travel in country and across ASIA to other sites.
To apply please send your CV to c.turner@peoplemarketing.co.uk quoting our reference: 13218AA
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