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All colleagues within H&M Group share the same values. They express how we create meaningful growth together – with our customers at heart and the mindset Everyone is a leader. Job Description WHAT YOU’LL DO As a Product Developer, your main objective will be to ensure the Production teams and Suppliers know our customers and are aware of the latest trends. You have ownership in securing the end-to-end product development process, including collection development, product risk assessment, and delivering the best product from a customer perspective, aligned with the assortment strategy. WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH What is Production? It’s where design ideas are transformed into actual products. We are present in multiple sourcing markets and are the direct point of contact for local suppliers. We ensure our products are of high quality, competitively priced, and produced in a sustainable way. WHO YOU ARE We are looking for candidates who: - Have ownership of setting and executing global development strategy aligned with the assortment, in close collaboration with the Development Manager. - Always work with the customer in mind and observe how customers react to trends and contemporary lifestyles to effectively communicate with designers. - Follow trends closely and draw conclusions on priorities for the relevant market. - Have strong fashion sense and solid knowledge of fashion/design principles, fabrics, and product aesthetics, especially in Women’s Woven & Denim. - Are responsible for educating and developing suppliers across the product lifecycle—capability building, complexity management, and customer understanding. - Are involved in securing product development flow and sample handling, with a proactive approach toward sustainability. - Act as a product representative on ground and play a key role in problem-solving alongside merchandising and quality teams.
We are looking for someone who has: - Extensive customer and product knowledge, along with strong understanding of price, materials, construction, and component attributes. - Experience in Woven & Denim product categories (Women’s wear). - Minimum 5 years of experience as a Product Developer or Buyer. - Strong understanding of wash techniques, finishes, and prints (preferred). - A strong sense of fashion, trends, and product aesthetics with hands-on design awareness. - A result-oriented mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. - Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and geographies. - Commercial mindset and strong salesmanship. - Ability to identify improvements and drive simple, effective solutions. WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE At H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and inclusive company. We offer attractive benefits, strong development opportunities, and the chance to shape the future of fashion. JOIN US Our strength lies in our people, culture, and values. Take the next step in your career with us—the journey starts here.