Apparel Development Lead

• 8+ years of experience in apparel product development with min 3 years in people management position.
• Experience in the outdoor apparel is most preferable.
• Solid technical knowledge of apparel development, fit, and functional requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel) and PLM systems (preferably FlexPLM).
• Fluent in English communication skill. Native in Vietnamese.

• Leads and supports the Vietnam development team through coaching and supervision.
• Handles daily team coordination and task oversight.
• Drives product development from initial concept to final production.
• Converts design ideas into commercially viable products.
• Oversees prototype creation, sample assessment, and design refinement to meet style, fit, and function standards.
• Maintains effective communication with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers to ensure technical accuracy and timely execution.
• Implements development best practices to enhance quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Manages cross-category development projects with consistent documentation and execution.
• Delivers products aligned with briefs, cost targets, and margin goals.
• Tracks development timelines to ensure on-time readiness for production.
• Keeps HQ informed with clear updates and early risk identification.
• Contributes to ongoing improvements in tools, processes, and team workflows.

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