Head of Softgood Engineering (m/f/d)
Bayreuth, DE
Your areas of responsibilities:
- Plan and track the development schedule of prototypes and samples according to the product development schedule, delivering samples on time
- Manage accurate and timely the data documentation in our systems – Tech pack, BOT, CAD Patterns, Comments, etc
- Partner with the Design Teams to understand the overall aesthetic, fit and function, as well as the design details and translate this to samples
- Develop products by recommending constructions, advise on proper workmanship for each style. Provide solutions related to cost targets
- Lead sample reviews sessions and feed comments back to our factories
- Collaborate across the development and design departments on product or testing related issues and project alignments
- Establish and maintain strong relationships and good communication with our production partners and key internal departments Design, PJM, PM, Quality Control and the engineering teams in Asia
- Travel regularly to manufacturers and suppliers in Asia to support the development and the production start
Your profile of qualification:
- Ideally a Degree in Textile/Apparel Development or similar
- 5+ years of development experience in functional products
- Good understanding of the cost factors (and a BOT) of a product, ability to develop to cost
- Sound knowledge of garment construction,CAD guided pattern development, costing, fabric and manufacturing processes
- Passionate person who is both independent and a good team-player
- Good communication skills and ability to establish good relationships with other key departments and our production partners
- Fluent in English, German is a plus
- Affinity for lifestyle and design
- Willingness to travel