Summary
The objectives of the position are to support the Senior Product Development Manager in man-aging the overall product development process from concept through to sample creation in accordance with the company's strategic planning.
What you'll do
The holder of the position is mainly responsible for the following areas in coordination with his / her superior:
- Manage the design and development work flow to ensure timelines are maintained
- Perform a range of research into new trends, innovations and product ideas to be reviewed and finalised with Senior PDM
- Liaise with internal and external designers to brief and review mood boards, artworks, 3D and 2D designs, and tech packs
- Research and support to sourcing of trims and fabrics to be developed with the fabric team
- Liaise with QA department to ensure right fit of the garment
- Liaise with Merchandising team to finalise and handover product briefings for sampling
- Introduce seasonal updates and innovations to drive department turnover
- Support in seasonal presentations of ladieswear development to internal colleagues and to buyers
- Prepare showroom for range meetings and reviews
- Set up and maintain product data for 2D and 3D design developments in the Product Collaboration Platform
- Support the Senior Product Development Manager as required
- Support in preparation and co-ordination of department meetings
- Organise the handling, storage, photography and shipment of samples
- Provide support on any ad hoc projects and overall strategic direction of the Product Development division
What you'll need
- True passion for Textiles and Fashion
- Flexible, positive, and adaptable mindset for fast changes
- Strong organizing and prioritizing skills
- A true team player who believes in shared success
- Proficiency in MS Office (especially PowerPoint & Excel)
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Excellent communication & presentation skills in English
- Must be proactive and committed to working in a dynamic environment
- Proficient in both spoken and written English
- Degree fashion and textiles or related discipline preferred
- 3 years experience in similar fields, such as Product Development, Design, Merchandising etc. preferred
What you'll receive
We are dedicated to fostering a family-friendly culture and work environment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates with the required skills and experience. We enable fair pay within the company by creating non-discriminatory salary systems. Working at Lidl & Kaufland Asia is rewarding, in every sense, because we give you the training to succeed in your role and plenty of opportunities to progress your career here. We are accredited as a Fair and Progressive employer by the Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP).
Development Opportunities
- Develop your product knowledge while receiving on-the-job and corporate training
- Prominent career path development plan will be adopted to capable candidates.
- Exposure to senior colleagues and cross team collaboration
- Inspirational store checks
- Meeting with suppliers
Market Leading Remuneration Package:
- Annual wage supplement and discretionary bonus
- Life Insurance
- Medical Insurance
Supportive Environment:
- Out of Office leave for important appointments
- In-house training courses
- Training sponsorship scheme
Work-life Balance:
- 5-day week
- Competitive Annual Leave
- Charity, Community and Sporting Events
If you are not invited for an interview within 4 weeks, we regret that your application was not suited to this vacancy.
For more company information, please feel free to visit: http://www.lidl.asia
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