Sporting Fashion & Goods
Developer Apparel
Mid Level
Vietnam
in office
Full time
Job description
About the Role
Develops assigned styles and collections in partnership with Design, Product Line Management, Team Head Development, Puma Group Sourcing functions, and garment suppliers. It manages prototyping, sampling, tech packs, approvals, and pricing to ensure on-time, quality product finalisation and FOB competitiveness. The position requires proactive cross-functional communication and system data administration throughout the product development process.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop assigned styles/collections with Design, Product Line Management and suppliers, including pricing and prototyping, and prepare, maintain and follow up on all necessary documents (style specifications, size tables, fabrics and trim selection
- Fitting and sealing comments) through the development process.
- Independently develop assigned styles/collections in cooperation with Design, Product Line Management, Team Head Development, other Puma Group Sourcing (PGS) functions and garment suppliers.
- Ensure on-time sample delivery and good sample quality, execution and fitting.
- Drive proactive cross-functional communication with internal and external teams to ensure a smooth product development process.
- Provide and collect product comments to help achieve a higher product value, and follow up all requested changes to ensure on-time product finalisation and approval (including artwork approvals) prior to bulk order placement (buy ready).
- Prepare, maintain and follow up all necessary documents (style specifications, size tables, fabric and trim selection, fitting and sealing comments), and release Tech Packs to garment suppliers to start the product development process.
- Ensure on-time data administration in PUMA's Product Range Management system and related IT systems.
- Review costs and negotiate with garment suppliers to achieve best possible FOB (Free on Board) prices/margins according to target FOBs provided by the respective Puma SE Business Unit.
- Activate cost benchmarking activities, especially for high volume styles, to achieve FOB competitiveness.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Garment, Fashion, Clothing, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of relevant experience in the garment or apparel industry.
- Good organizational, time management, communication, and attention to detail skills.
- Knowledge of project management, garment construction, and sewing techniques.
- Strong understanding of apparel products, materials, and fabric properties.
- Familiar with product costing processes and cost analysis.
The Application Process
Applications are reviewed by real people committed to fairness, transparency and equal opportunity. No automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions; AI-supported functions may be used for isolated organisational steps such as scheduling interviews, with no influence on decisions.
- Apply online and follow the steps to upload your application.
About the Company
PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide. PUMA looks for SPEED & SPIRIT in candidates, defined by values that inspire employees to BE DRIVEN in performance, BE VIBRANT in sporting legacy, and BE TOGETHER in team spirit, while letting individual talent and experience shine.
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