PpJoin to apply for the bFootwear Product Developer /b role at bAcne Studios /b /p pAcne Studios is a progressive luxury house and through collaboration and curiosity, we set high aspirations and strive for excellence. We value everyone’s contribution and embrace feedback to develop ourselves and others. We aim to minimise our environmental impact across all our operations and to address societal challenges in the way we conduct our business. /p h3CULTURE OF COLLABORATION /h3 pWe firmly believe that when you feel supported, included, and trusted, it enables you to enjoy your work and thrive in it. You will be a part of a team of colleagues with diverse roles and backgrounds, each with their unique skills and experiences. /p h3WHAT YOU WILL DO /h3 pAs Footwear Product Developer, your main contribution will be to develop high‑end quality collections for designated product categories in close cooperation with Product Manager and in line with company standards and business goals for quality, cost, sustainability and delivery. You will report to Product Manager and play a vital role by: /p ul liFollow development critical path from initial design through to pre‑production, including technical development of lasts, uppers, soles, materials and components /li liManage components and sample purchase orders and maintain accurate data on pricing, lead‑times, minimum quantity, surcharges and special documentation /li liOrganise and track shipments of products across development stages and keep a well aintained archive /li liPartner with quality team on quality testing and analysis of raw materials from prototyping to sampling stages /li liMake comments on the various proto stages and communicate to suppliers on day‑to‑day operations /li liEnter product data input in internal system PLM and maintain correct information on BOM and product level /li liMaintain balanced communication and a good working process with both internal departments as well as external suppliers to meet all product requirements /li /ul h3WHO YOU ARE /h3 pYou have high aspirations and focus on details that create substantial impact. You enjoy working as a team and you embrace feedback to develop yourself and others. You are curious and thrive in a dynamic environment. Cooperation, respect, and clear communication are important, along with your ambition to learn and grow. If these qualities speak to you, we would love to have you on our team. /p h3Specific personal qualities for this role /h3 ul liCooperative, flexible and creative problem solver /li liOrganised, proactive approach with strong follow‑through /li liAbility to develop and maintain strong relationships both internally and with suppliers /li /ul h3Specific experience and knowledge for this role /h3 ul liMinimum 3 years’ experience in footwear product development role preferably from high‑end fashion brands /li liBasic to solid technical knowledge of casual and sportive footwear construction and components /li liUnderstanding of materials, manufacturing processes and production constraints /li liStrong communication skills in written and spoken English and Italian /li liHighly proficient in MS Office applications, particularly Excel /li liExperience in PLM is meriting /li liB Driving license /li liPlease ensure your CV is written in English /li liFluent in English /li /ul pWhat matters most to us is not whether you master all the listed knowledge and skills. We are dedicated to recognising the potential in each individual. We embrace diversity of people as well as ideas and viewpoints and encourage everyone's individual expression of their own identity. /p h3Seniority level /h3 pMid‑Senior level /p h3Employment type /h3 pFull‑time /p h3Job function /h3 pProduct Management and Marketing /p h3Industries /h3 pRetail Luxury Goods and Jewelry /p pReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Acne Studios by 2x /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr