Product Manager / Product Developer (m/f/d)

For more than 70 years, Karl Rieker GmbH & Co. KG has been the leading company of an international group of companies that designs clothing textiles, produces them worldwide and supplies them to renowned international commercial houses. We are a member of the Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI) and GOTS certified. In order to strengthen our team, we are looking for PRODUCT ANAGER / PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT (M/W/D)

Conceptual development and compilation of our collections, taking account of market requirements, trends and comprehensibility Independent selection and development of material skills, ingredients and washes taking into account price, function, quality and sustainability Continuous observation of international fashion trends, market analyses, trade fair visits and store cheques for the early identification of new product and material trends Development of trendy products based on sound material and quality knowledge Close cooperation with Purchasing, Produc­tion and Liefe­rants in the implementation of the conference Pattern development, ordering, coordination and tracking of collections up to production release Design of designs, prints, labels and product-related details Travel activities in our production countries as well as on-the-spot development are your responsibility

Successfully completed studies in the field of fashion design, clothing technology, textile management or a comparable quality Multiannual professional experience in product management, product development or design Embossed knowledge of material qualities, finishings, washings, fittings and textile processing techniques Very good sense of current market trends and the ability to derive commercial products from trends Safe handling of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop High self-initiative, hand-on mentality and streamlined operation Communication strength and secure knowledge of German and English Teamability, responsiveness and readiness to travel

A generous working environment with state-of-the-art workspace and short communication paths The opportunity to actively shape collections and introduce your own ideas Cooperation with innovative 3D projects and modern product development processes Discounts on all Rieker Group models Extensive sports offers Daily fresh fruit and vegetables