Product Developer - Adults Flat Knits (m/f/d)

THE FUTURE LOOKS LIKE YOU

With over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 25,000 employees, C&A is one of Europe’s leading fashion retailers. Every day, C&A welcomes millions of visitors to its stores in Europe and to its online shop. C&A offers quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for

the many. We are building on more than 180 years of experience in the fashion industry and continuously modernize the company to become an omnichannel fashion retailer.

At C&A we are driven by our values and we believe that affordable and high-quality fashion is not contradictory to caring for people & the planet, we are always forward thinking and acting to develop our business and innovate the industry. This is your chance to join the C&A team as a Product Developer - Adult Flat Knits (m/f/d)!

The Product Development Team is responsible for bringing design concepts (sketches) to life and translating them into commercially viable products. They are key actors in liaising with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and suppliers.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute deliverables of the E2E Calendar
• Monitor performance and KPIs on Design to Cost, Critical Path (E2E Milestones), Fabric Activities & Collaboration, Development Ratio (Hit Rate)
• Sample management (ensure availability within E2E milestones)
• Operate within the Sourcing Strategy for the assigned category/division and discuss specific Sourcing requirements for their assigned areas
• Pre-screen line plans & programs to allocate workload and perform initial risk assessments
• Support collaborative development meetings between Design, Merchandising, and Technical Services
• Negotiate with suppliers on OCS/product costs
• Key stakeholders: Merchandising, Design, Sourcing, Raw Materials, and QMTS

WHAT YOU BRING

• Extensive knowledge of fabric qualities in applicable product categories
• Good knowledge of textile processing, finishing, and dyeing/printing techniques
• Understanding of Design to Cost elements driving the “Should be Cost” formula
• Understanding of Product Development, Trims & Accessories, and Range Building aspects
• Working knowledge of PLM
• Good command of spoken and written English
• Degree in Fashion & Textiles
• Minimum 3 years of Product Development experience (or in a comparable field) in the relevant product category

WHAT WE OFFER

This is an opportunity for you to join us on a truly exciting transformation journey, where you’ll be able to leave footprints that last and contribute significantly to our vision. As well as knowing that you played a key part in the evolution of one of Europe’s most recognizable retail brands, you will also enjoy:

• Countless learning and development opportunities via our C&A academy
• Access to a Partner Discount Scheme
• An employee discount of 20% in C&A stores
• 30 days' vacation plus an additional 3 days off
• Corporate pension scheme
• Mental health and wellness program
• An exciting job in an international and inspirational working environment
• A positive working atmosphere and a talented team with an open feedback culture