StrongPositionbr/strongThe candidate, based in the production site of Bagno a Ripoli (FI), will join the Leather Product Development office. The Product Development Manager is in charge of leading his/her team to successfully develop new products, while meeting style, quality, cost/margin, lead time and quantity targets.brstrongJob Responsibilitiesbr/strongulliParticipate in technical meetings with style, modeling, and product management teams to ensure alignment on product vision and feasibility. /liliLead and manage product developers, allocating resources based on workload, capacity, and product expertise. /liliFoster collaboration with cross-functional teams (in-house teams, head office - including new product development, marketing, and design teams). /liliSupervise all development phases, from initial concept to market readiness, ensuring projects are completed within established timeframes. /liliMaintain a strong focus on aesthetic requirements, cost targets, and quality standards throughout the development process. /liliInterface with production managers to ensure seamless information transfer and a smooth transition of products into manufacturing. /liliProactively address and resolve any critical issues that may arise during the production phase, collaborating with relevant teams to find effective solutions. /liliAvailability for frequent business trips within the national territorybr/li /ulstrongProfilebr/strongulliBachelor's Degree in Fashion Management / Product Design or in a related field is required; /lili8-10 years of product development experience within luxury firm; /liliExcellent communication skills; /liliAdvanced knowledge of spoken and written English; /liliExcellent knowledge of MS Office (Excel); /liliAbility to work under pressure /liliAbility to work successfully in a team, as well as independently; /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr