icebreaker is looking for an exceptional Senior Product Developer - icebreaker to join our team based in Stabio, Switzerland.
Driven by the belief that nature has the answers, we provide natural performance alternatives to synthetic-based apparel, to create a healthier and more sustainable future for our species and the planet. We're passionate about connecting people to natural alternatives.
Let’s Talk about the Role
As Senior Product Developer - icebreaker , you’ll take ownership of development execution for your assigned products through the go-to-market (GTM) process, from concept to finished goods. You will ensure alignment with the brand strategy, global business needs, sourcing capabilities and quality standards.
This role drives the tactical execution of industry leading product to design intent, collaborating cross functionally with a multi-season time horizon perspective.
As a key contributor to the product creation team, you will execute the end-to-end product development process against critical project timelines and support best practices and process improvements. You will act as a technical coach, sharing expertise and supporting colleagues in solving development challenges. Working collaboratively with cross-functional partners, you will turn product concepts into reality to drive business growth.
How You Will Make a Difference
End-to-End Product Excellence:
Collaborate with Designers and Fit and Pattern Specialists to translate creative concepts into finished products. Prepare and review comprehensive product tech packs covering material requirements, sizing, construction details and schematics , incorporating specialist input and providing technical coaching to colleagues. Use performance data to drive product, process and manufacturing improvements across the Product Development function, with an emphasis on continually improving quality and finish.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Be a central communication hub between internal departments (Materials, Innovation, Design, Technical Design, Merchandising, Supply Planning) and external stakeholders (Sourcing, Vendor base & Quality Control). Establish strong working relationships, facilitate transparent communication and collaboration to ensure alignment on product strategies, timelines, and quality benchmarks.
Process & Critical Path Management
Develop and maintain detailed timelines for seasonal and non-seasonal product development. Identify and track critical -path milestones to align cross - functional partners and support the on-time delivery of prototype samples, salesman samples ( SMS ) and bulk production across the relevant categories. Use agile methodologies to coordinate development activities, identify and mitigate risks, and escalate issues that threaten delivery or quality.
Data Management & Reporting
Ensure relevant functional components of the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system are meticulously maintained and updated on-time according to the required seasonal inputs/outputs. Uphold standard operating procedures to ensure database integrity and data accuracy across all product lines facilitating seamless, on-time communication between the Product Development, Design, Merchandising, and Sourcing teams.
Stakeholder Management:
Build strong sourcing and vendor relationships to ensure timely and accurate execution of sampling and production. Report directly to the Global Head of Product Development on deliverables, risks and improvements.
Skills for Success
Product judgement : Translate relevant market trends in sustainable outdoor performance apparel into practical development recommendations. Apply forward-thinking technical solutions that support icebreaker’s product direction and keep its products at the forefront of the industry.
Values: A commitment to sustainability, ethical production practices, together with a meticulous approach to ensuring high-quality execution in every aspect of product development.
Expertise : Apply in -depth…