We are a renowned apparel brand currently looking for a Head of Apparel & Accessories Development in Vietnam to ensure products meet consumer expectations.
Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor seasonal calendars & ensure styles are buy-ready on time to meet deliveries.
• Ensure products developed are production feasible & mitigate any risks, with closecoordination with Vendors & design/development teams at Headquarters.
• Actively participate in sourcing strategy by giving valuable feedback on the capabilities of Vendors.
• Act as a bridge between Headquarter & Suppliers on new technologies & applications inproduct development.
• Collaborate with the Design and HQ teams to engineer cost-effective products.
• Manage cost & margin targets and share seasonal results with relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain good relationships with all suppliers to encourage transparent & open discussionson cost efficiencies.
• Monitor international market trends & optimize branded product lines.

Requirements:

• At least 10 years of apparel product development (sourcing, development & costing)experience, preferably with 4-5 years in a manufacturing establishment.
• Basic knowledge of material & patterns.
• A Degree or qualification in Design or Garment manufacturing is preferable.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills and ability to work with multicultural teams.
• Proficiency in English is a must to cooperate among the teams.
• An entrepreneurial and open mindset, an eagerness for differentiation and a natural push forexcellence.
• Able to balance creativity with organization and discipline in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Equal and inclusive working environment.
• Competitive salary.
• Provide comprehensive career development, and pay attention to the physical and mentalhealth of individuals.

Job Type: Full-time
Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• apparel product development: 10 years (Preferred)
• manufacturing establishment: 4 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)