Product Developer Apparel Dynafit (M/F) - maternity replacement

Product Developer Apparel Dynafit (M/F) - maternity replacement Date: May 5, 2025 The Oberalp Group is a management-driven family business — a house of brands creating high-quality technical mountaineering products. We own 6 brands: Salewa, Dynafit, Pomoca, Wild Country, Evolv, and LaMunt. As an exclusive partner of other brands in the sports sector, we offer our expertise in communication, sales, and brand image building. We are a team of over 1000 employees across 11 countries worldwide — a group of adventurers and dreamers, mountaineers, seeking their next peak. We are seeking a motivated Product Developer (maternity replacement for approximately 1 year). The Product Developer actively uses products, understands current sport cultures, and leverages market knowledge and input from the Product Creation Team to translate concepts and designs into market-ready products. Through product testing and staying abreast of outdoor industry trends and innovations, you will create products that excel in quality, functionality, fit, and fabrication. The Product Developer reports to the Product Development Coordinator for Dynafit Apparel and collaborates closely with product management and design teams. Tasks & responsibilities Capture and detail all product materials and construction information, maintaining an accurate BOM database for efficient raw material procurement and precise production. Coordinate factory communications throughout the development process to ensure accurate sourcing, costing, and successful product execution. Lead the development of assigned products to ensure commercial viability through collaboration with Design, Materials Development, Purchasing, Production, and Quality departments. Support the calendar and process management, including costing, quality evaluation, fabric, trim, color standards, and approval processes with factories. Manage prototypes, samples, counter-samples, and production approvals to uphold Dynafit quality standards and meet delivery deadlines. Coordinate sampling requirements with Planning, Purchasing, and Design departments. Collaborate with design and pattern making to ensure products meet fit and measurement standards. Work with the Design and Marketing teams to ensure external communication accurately reflects product specifications. Partner with Quality Control to ensure product excellence and troubleshoot production issues. Profile Degree in Apparel or Textile Design, Apparel Technology, Merchandising, Engineering, or related fields. At least 3 years of experience in development, production, or merchandising, with proven problem-solving skills and product innovation capabilities. Knowledge of apparel construction, material properties, pattern making, costing, BOM, embroidery, and surface applications (e.g., screen printing). Understanding of Trail Running and Ski Touring sports; active user experience is a plus. Experience working with offshore vendors and manufacturers. Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Fluent in English; proficiency in Italian and/or German is advantageous. If you are interested in working in a challenging, international, and dynamic environment, please apply now! J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: bolzano, IT

Posted Date: 6/16/2025