Senior Product Developer

Belstaff was created by and for independent spirits. We know that what we do and who we do it with matters. Join the team and make an impact as we build a legacy that surpasses our incredible past.

Love The Challenge. Find A Way. Go All In. Stand Together. Be The Difference.

A bit about Belstaff

Belstaff is a functional clothing brand founded to move people forward. Throughout our history we have championed material innovation collaborating with those who challenge the ordinary and celebrate the joy of the journey. Belstaff has designed protective suits for race-car drivers windproof smocks for Marines and insulating clothing for mountaineers. One thing is at the heart of all these endeavours: An Independent Spirit. Today this energy prevails and unites the people who bring the Belstaff brand to life providing the best products to our customers both old and new. We are committed to building a team of curious conscious individuals dedicated to showing up standing together and being the difference between a good day and a great day.

We are currently searching for a Senior Product Developer to join the team.

As our Senior Product Developer you will be responsible for driving the critical path across multiple categories ensuring product is engineered to achieve intake margin whilst maintaining Belstaff brand identity.

Managing timely completion and delivery of prototypes salesman samples and accurate transition of product data to production.

This role is on a fixed-term contract until the 29th January 2027

We are looking for someone who will be responsible for:

Working alongside Design to own the translation of sketches into final garments that reflect our brand aesthetic whilst respecting both cost and margin targets
Work closely with the vendors on sourcing raw material and the engineering of the garments to achieve the best possible result in terms of style quality and cost
Own and manage margin targets across assigned categories working proactively to achieve or exceed budgeted profit margins
Proactively support the development process from sketch to samples to ensure vendors are supported with the correct information and fully equipped
Conduct detailed cost analysis on materials trims labour and logistics to identify opportunities for cost efficiencies
Negotiate with suppliers and manufacturers to optimise pricing MOQ and lead times without compromising quality
BOM ownership of each garment on PLM from proto to finished product ready to be launched in production
In close collaboration with the Head of PD and Head of Production create the category-specific season end-to-end development calendar
Create clear accurate product specifications including sample size chart trim details
construction methods and fit comments (specification sheet/technical packs)
In close collaboration with the Technical department ensure the quality and performance of products meets the highest standard and that potential quality risks are caught and addressed early in the process
Own the planning and process of proto fittings with all the consequent communication of updates to internal teams and vendors
Support the Technical team in fittings making sure the final signed off garment is in line with design intent and considers feedbacks received during the sales campaign from different stakeholders
Manage maintaining a library of materials protos samples etc
Be an active player in promoting effective and concise communication with all stakeholders
Build an effective relationship with all vendors through ongoing communication and in person visits
Be the product expert and provide product information as requested for internal trainings

You may be required to undertake such further duties as your skills qualifications and experience allow and/or as may be assigned to you by the Company from time to time

We are looking for someone who has:

Solid work experience in a Product Developer role of a similar nature and has worked across multi product
Experience of using PLM systems for development
Experience of working with and managing effectively 3rd party suppliers within Europe and worldwide
Product Development planning - working to a critical path
The ability to work well with multiple stakeholders and departments
Experience managing and attending fit meetings
Experience managing other team members
An ongoing curiosity and passion for best practice in the industry
The ability to manage and prioritise a broad and diverse workload
The ability to work independently and to deadlines
A can-do attitude willing to roll up their sleeves and make a vital contribution to a busy and fast paced team/working environment
Excellent organisation and project management skills with the ability to multi-task
Experience within high end brands (desirable)
A love of the Belstaff brand

We are looking for someone who is:

Personable self-motivated calm under pressure with a positive attitude
Flexible and enjoys working in fast moving and changing environment
Excellent attention to details and solution-oriented
Team player
Able to contribute fresh and innovative ideas
Italian spoken and written is desirable
Flexibility to travel

Where to from here

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will not discriminate on the basis of sex race marital status disability age sexual orientation or religion. We are committed to a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates so if you would like us to make any adjustments to the application or interview process please let us know and we will be happy to support you.