Product Developer RTW

Acne Studios is now looking for a Product Developer RTW, in this role you will have the responsibility to develop high-end quality Woven and Leather products in close collaboration with our design team.

The work environment at Acne Studios is fast-paced and energetic; no day is ever the same. You will be based at Acne Studios headquarter in Stockholm and have commitments that require regular traveling to suppliers.

This position works closely and reports to Senior Product Manager and Head of RTW. 

Tasks will include, but not be limited to:

• Fulfill the design team's needs by sourcing material and ensuring the highest possible standard of make while achieving target prices.
• Follow development critical path from initial design through to shipping SMS within the allocated delivery window, and until the launch of the pre-production samples.
• Attend, lead and take notes in development and production fittings, proactively provide focused input on quality and fit to ensure a smooth production process.
• Create supplier quotes, evaluate prices, and give input based on comparable styles for the manager to analyze. 
• Responsible for communication and building relationships with suppliers.
• Travel to suppliers to ensure a smooth and timely development process.
• Maintain close collaboration with design, fabric, and pattern teams.
• Responsible for accurate product and timely delivery of sampling.
• Propose Senior PM styles allocations between factories to ensure the highest possible standard of make while achieving target CMT and FOB prices.
• Responsible for the product data input and continuous updates in internal system PLM.

Desired qualifications:

• Academic degree, from business school and/or textile education.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a product development role preferably from high-end fashion brands.
• Highly proficient in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Suite.
• Knowledge of PLM would be a plus.
• An action-oriented attitude with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision making.
• Excellent verbal and written English, communication & time management skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships both internally and with suppliers.
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through.

We may perform background checks for this position.

Acne Studios is a Stockholm based fashion house with a multi-disciplinary heritage. Through founder and Creative Director Jonny Johansson’s interest in art, architecture and street culture, an alternative path has been found, turning Acne Studios into a well-respected creator of ready-to-wear for men and women. The collections are defined by Jonny Johansson’s signature juxtaposing design and attention to detail, with an emphasis on tailoring and an eclectic use of materials and custom developed fabrics.

Acne Studios is independently owned and has over 60 stores over the world including flagship stores in Paris, London, New York City, Los Angeles and Tokyo. The company has an annual turnover of around 230 MEUR and a total number of staff of more than 800, around 200 are working at the headquarters in Stockholm. Acne Studios also operate offices in Paris, New York, and Shanghai.