Product Developer

Bij ASICS draag je vanuit het EMEA-hoofdkantoor in Hoofddorp, nabij Amsterdam, bij aan de ontwikkeling van innovatieve apparel van concept tot realisatie. Je werkt nauw samen met designteams, productmanagers en wereldwijde leveranciers om vooruitstrevende sportswearcollecties te creëren. Daarbij zet je je technische expertise in op het gebied van garment construction en materialen om te zorgen dat producten voldoen aan zowel prestatienormen als commerciële doelstellingen, terwijl je cross-functionele samenwerking stimuleert gedurende de volledige product development lifecycle.

Je rol is van grote betekenis binnen deze samenwerking: je brengt unieke perspectieven in en stimuleert innovatie bij elke stap.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Develop styles and collections in collaboration with Product Managers, design teams, and suppliers to bring concepts to life.
• Research and implement innovative technologies, materials, and garment construction methods to enhance product development.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient product development processes.
• Partner with Material leads on fabric and trim recommendations whilst overseeing physical and functional testing.
• Review costs at first prototype stage and collaborate on adjustments to meet target FOB prices and profit margins.
• Ensure timely product finalisation and approval before bulk orders whilst maintaining adherence to calendars.
• Create and maintain tech packs, specifications, size tables, and fabric and trim selections with accurate and timely data entry in systems.

You have the following skills:

• 4-5 years of relevant experience in the garment or sportswear industry.
• Expertise in garment construction, pattern-making, and fitting techniques.
• Proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
• Knowledge of 3D sampling software, Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator.
• Experience working in an international environment.
• Able to work independently, with strong organizational skills, a collaborative mindset and flexibility.
• Personal interest in tennis.

Life at ASICS

When you join ASICS, you become part of something special. Here, your voice matters, and your growth and wellbeing are important.

Our commitment to your wellbeing

We're dedicated to ensuring that every team member experiences the joy and benefits of movement. To support your wellbeing, we offer:

• Access to office gym and sports membership discount.
• Exclusive 50% discount on ASICS and ONITSUKA TIGER gear.
• Unlimited access to the Calm app for better sleep and mental fitness.
• Complimentary premium subscription to our Runkeeper Go™ app.
• A comprehensive wellness programme consisting of exercise and educational sessions.
• Professional support and meditation classes are available through OpenUp Access.
• Working abroad for four weeks every year.
• Hybrid working model. Combine the flexibility of working from home with the dynamic energy of an office environment.