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Lead - Apparel Testing(m/w/x)
Full-timeOn-siteSenior
Zürich
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Overseeing accessories development from ideation to launch for hard and soft goods. 15+ years of accessories experience required. Supportive team atmosphere, personal self-care access.
Requirements
- 15+ years of experience in accessories (hard and soft goods)
- At least 7 years in a senior leadership role
- Deep understanding of sports accessory trends and competitor landscapes
- Ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities
- Drive growth and innovation in accessories category
- Proven successful team leadership
- Ability to inspire and motivate diverse professionals
- Ability to influence stakeholders
- Translate technical complexities for non-technical audiences
- Expert knowledge of technical textiles
- Expert knowledge of manufacturing processes
- Expert knowledge of 'design for manufacturing' principles
- Proficiency in latest creation software
- Strong commitment to sustainability
- History of implementing sustainability initiatives
- Experienced in global supply chain management
- Optimise supply chain for efficiency, cost reduction, quality
- Familiarity with latest creation software and technologies
Tasks
- Execute accessories development strategy
- Map out roadmap aligned with brand, product, and financial goals
- Oversee product development from ideation to launch
- Manage development engineering, sampling, testing, and milestone management
- Ensure final product specifications meet standards
- Partner with Design, Materials, Innovation, Product Management, and Sourcing teams
- Deliver against gross margin targets
- Manage department budgets while optimizing costs
- Conduct market research to identify trends and threats
- Support Sourcing teams in building global sourcing strategy
- Implement supply chain initiatives for sustainability
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and market trends
- Develop innovative accessories meeting performance and sustainability requirements
- Establish rigorous product testing and quality control protocols
- Streamline product development and manufacturing processes
- Build strong relationships with key suppliers
- Engage with industry stakeholders and athletes
- Gather and incorporate customer feedback into product designs
Work Experience
- 7 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- creation software
Benefits
Informal Culture
- Supportive team-oriented atmosphere
Mental Health Support
- Personal self-care access
- Mental well-being support
Healthcare & Fitness
- Physical well-being support
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Overseeing accessories development from ideation to launch for hard and soft goods. 15+ years of accessories experience required. Supportive team atmosphere, personal self-care access.
Requirements
- 15+ years of experience in accessories (hard and soft goods)
- At least 7 years in a senior leadership role
- Deep understanding of sports accessory trends and competitor landscapes
- Ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities
- Drive growth and innovation in accessories category
- Proven successful team leadership
- Ability to inspire and motivate diverse professionals
- Ability to influence stakeholders
- Translate technical complexities for non-technical audiences
- Expert knowledge of technical textiles
- Expert knowledge of manufacturing processes
- Expert knowledge of 'design for manufacturing' principles
- Proficiency in latest creation software
- Strong commitment to sustainability
- History of implementing sustainability initiatives
- Experienced in global supply chain management
- Optimise supply chain for efficiency, cost reduction, quality
- Familiarity with latest creation software and technologies
Tasks
- Execute accessories development strategy
- Map out roadmap aligned with brand, product, and financial goals
- Oversee product development from ideation to launch
- Manage development engineering, sampling, testing, and milestone management
- Ensure final product specifications meet standards
- Partner with Design, Materials, Innovation, Product Management, and Sourcing teams
- Deliver against gross margin targets
- Manage department budgets while optimizing costs
- Conduct market research to identify trends and threats
- Support Sourcing teams in building global sourcing strategy
- Implement supply chain initiatives for sustainability
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and market trends
- Develop innovative accessories meeting performance and sustainability requirements
- Establish rigorous product testing and quality control protocols
- Streamline product development and manufacturing processes
- Build strong relationships with key suppliers
- Engage with industry stakeholders and athletes
- Gather and incorporate customer feedback into product designs
Work Experience
- 7 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- creation software
Benefits
Informal Culture
- Supportive team-oriented atmosphere
Mental Health Support
- Personal self-care access
- Mental well-being support
Healthcare & Fitness
- Physical well-being support
Find the original job posting in its most current version here. Nejo automatically captured this job from the website of On and processed the information on Nejo with the help of AI for you. Despite careful analysis, some information may be incomplete or inaccurate. Please always verify all details in the original posting! Content and copyrights of the original posting belong to the advertising company.
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About the Company
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Industry
Fashion
Description
The company is the fastest-growing sportswear brand, focused on creating winning digital products and campaigns.
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