Senior Specialist - Apparel Developer

In short

Product excellence and innovation is at the heart of our success. Achieving a leadership position in the marketplace requires innovative thinking and the ability to inspire all product creation shareholders.

The Senior Specialist - Apparel Developer will be responsible for driving this creation and being a part of the development to bring real product to life.

With a process and detail oriented mind coupled with a passion for innovation, this position will be part of the creation of tomorrow's effortless performance apparel.

Your Mission

• Build and release an apparel collection that pushes the boundaries of apparel innovation responding to the needs of On consumers, fusing unrivalled function with timeless design
• Oversee every aspect of product development bringing great value to products throughout brands mission, design and quality
• Develop products and construction techniques that meet design expectations and or even exceed predetermined cost and functionality requirements
• Work with design to produce Tech Packs for seasonal assortment to assure that quality expectations are understood by suppliers
• Implement and supervise all details of tech pack development including technical artwork, material and component specifications, colour application through utilisation of Adobe Illustrator and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
• Organise and lead fitting sessions to a high standard and assure clear and timely communication with factories on changes
• Develop and improve the On fit bringing instant pull on comfort to all garments and ensure fit consistency over the entire range
• Partner with the Material team to recommend materials and source new fabrications to develop innovative and technically superior products each season
• Liaise with Development Lead and Product Manager to identify product needs, align with product delivery schedules and product sales performance
• Lead by example and mentor / inspire junior members of the team
• Drive complex end to end projects and initiatives - both directly and indirectly impacting the department and team
• Build a strong relationship with key business partners; material and trim suppliers and garment manufacturers
• Lead and own the development process of special projects (i.e. Collaborations, seasonal drops, ad hoc as business needs) to assure both the technical superiority and the product quality/integrity of all products
• Manage and maintain the development and production sample library

Your story

• Bachelor's degree or above in fashion design or technical education in garment manufacturing
• Minimum 8+ years' experience in Apparel Development, in woven products, jersey or knitwear
• An affinity for contemporary Apparel Design and knowing to read and translate On's design vision and product strategy
• Solid level of technical skills, such as knowledge in pattern cutting, garment manufacturing and material
• Passionate about translating and realising the On design vision into a refined and leading product
• An organised and hands-on working attitude with a flexible and open mind for visionary solutions
• You can work autonomously whilst efficiently communicating with several stakeholders, challenging conventions and the status quo whilst championing innovative approaches
• You are not afraid of being stretched and up for a challenge
• You regularly identify and solve problems within your work or projects
• You are able to lead and manage other team members and processes with input from your direct manager
• You are comfortable making decisions with input from others
• International experience is a plus
• Excellent communication skills and a sense for the market
• Good experience in Adobe illustrator, photoshop & Microsoft Office
• Able to work at a fast pace and think and react quickly with the ever changing environment
• Able to travel on a regular basis between HQ and production and development partners
• Full proficiency in written and spoken English is a must