At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage product development from concept to delivery for luxury collections.
- Company: Join LuxExperience, a leading digital luxury group with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace that values unique backgrounds and perspectives.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team shaping exclusive products for discerning luxury customers.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in luxury product development and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
LuxExperience Private Label develops and delivers exclusive own-brand collections across the group's portfolio of luxury destinations, including Mr Porter, NET-A-PORTER and Mytheresa. Partnering closely with the design teams dedicated to each store, the Product Development team transforms creative concepts into commercially successful products through world-class expertise in sourcing, development, technical design, fit, quality and production. The team combines craftsmanship, innovation and attention to detail to create collections that reflect the distinctive aesthetic of each store while enhancing the group's offering to the world's most discerning luxury customers.
The Product Developer will support the Private Label team in developing Own Label collections from concept through to delivery. The role ensures products are developed efficiently, cost-effectively, and sustainably, while maintaining the premium design and quality standards of the brand.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage development process from end-to-end; liaising with suppliers and mills to adhere to critical path timelines.
- Support factory placement decisions, balancing supplier capabilities, margin targets, and sustainability objectives.
- Support design in fabric and factory sourcing and re-sourcing as well as development when required.
- Monitor product development against target pricing and elevate risks or challenges as needed.
- Maintain sample trackers, BOMs, and accurate product documentation.
- Identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities across materials, trims, and production processes.
- Attend all garment fit meetings and log style changes with factories and cross-functional teams.
Essential Skills & Requirements:
- Proven 5+ years’ experience in product development within luxury or premium fashion, ideally with private label collections.
- Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members.
- Proactive approach with attention to detail and process improvement mindset along with excellent organisational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with PowerPoint.
- Ability to work collaboratively across Design, Buying, Production, and Supplier teams.
- Commercially aware with understanding of target pricing, margins, and production constraints.
- Travel to factories overseas and attend trade fairs on a seasonal basis.
Product Developer @MR PORTER employer: THE NET-A-PORTER GROUP LIMITED
THE NET-A-PORTER GROUP LIMITED is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant Greater London area, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration. Employees benefit from a hybrid working model, comprehensive healthcare, and exclusive discounts, alongside ample opportunities for professional growth within the luxury fashion sector. Joining our team means being part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation and results-driven performance.
Contact Details:
THE NET-A-PORTER GROUP LIMITED Recruitment Team
