We are partnered with a beautiful luxury RTW womenswear brand, who requires an experienced Head of Product Development .

Key Responsibilities

Product Development Strategy & Execution

• Lead the end-to-end product development process for woven and knitwear collections, ensuring alignment with the creative vision and commercial objectives.
• Partner closely with design, merchandising, and production to build seasonal collections from initial concept through to final product.
• Manage the full critical path to ensure all development milestones and deadlines are met.
• Champion fabric innovation, advanced construction techniques, and material sourcing to elevate product quality and differentiation.

Supplier & Factory Management

• Utilise an established global network of fabric mills, yarn suppliers, and garment manufacturers to secure high-quality, cost-effective partners.
• Negotiate and manage supplier relationships, ensuring competitive pricing, lead times, and MOQs.
• Ensure all suppliers comply with brand standards across quality, sustainability, and ethical manufacturing.

Fit, Quality & Technical Development

• Oversee all garment fittings, pattern approvals, and technical specification reviews to maintain exceptional fit and quality.
• Collaborate with internal and external technical teams to resolve construction challenges across both woven and knitwear categories.
• Ensure consistency and excellence across all product ranges, upholding the brand’s premium standards.

Innovation & Sustainability

• Identify and integrate sustainable materials, fibres, and manufacturing processes to support the brand’s environmental commitments.
• Stay ahead of market and technological developments in fabric innovation, finishing techniques, and responsible sourcing.
• Partner with suppliers to develop exclusive fabrics and yarns that elevate product uniqueness.

Budget & Costing Management

• Partner with finance and production to build and manage product development budgets.
• Optimise cost structures while maintaining design integrity and product quality.
• Ensure all costings align with brand pricing architecture and margin targets.

Key Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience in fashion product development, with deep expertise across woven and knitwear.
• Proven track record developing premium or luxury collections.
• Strong industry network across mills, manufacturers, and sourcing partners.
• Expert knowledge of yarn development, fabric sourcing, and garment construction.
• Exceptional technical skills in fit and garment engineering.
• Ability to manage multiple collections simultaneously with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of market trends.
• Effective leadership skills, with experience mentoring and developing junior team members.

Technical Proficiency

• Proficient in PLM systems, Excel, Adobe Illustrator, and technical pack creation.
• Experienced in BOMs, tech packs, and fit approvals.
• Strong understanding of sustainable and ethical sourcing best practices.