Global Product Developer

icebreaker is looking for an exceptional Global Product Developer , to join our team based in Stabio, Switzerland. Let’s Talk about the Role As Global Product Developer , you will be accountable for the execution of icebreaker products through the GTM process from concept to finished goods ensuring alignment with the brand strategy, global business needs, sourcing capabilities and quality standards. This role plays a critical part in the tactical execution of industry leading product to design intent, collaborating cross functionally with a multi-season time horizon perspective. A key member of the product creation team you will support and enable the Manager, Global Product Development’s vision on best practices and process, applying technical know-how to turn product concepts into reality to drive business growth. How You Will Make a Difference Concept Translation & Technical Realisation: Work closely with the Design and Merchandising teams to interpret and validate creative concepts to align on align on desired outcome (Style & GM%). Translate them into comprehensive technical specifications and production strategies from capability trials to bulk. Your work will ensure that every idea is effectively translated into products that meet the brand’s strategic and commercial objectives. End-to-End Product Excellence: Prepare comprehensive product tech packs that outline specifications, material requirements, sizing, construction details, schematics and quality control protocols. These will serve as the blueprint for manufacturing, ensuring that the design intent is accurately realised in every product. Proactively seek process and manufacturing improvement initiatives with an emphasis on quality and finish to ensure they are continually upgraded, enhanced and the best they can be. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Liaise between internal departments (Materials, Design, Technical Design, Merchandising) 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. Project Management: Manage project timelines for assigned seasonal and non-seasonal products, following critical paths to ensure cross functional alignment and on-time delivery of prototype samples, SMS and bulk production across all categories. Use agile methodologies to manage timelines while proactively troubleshooting challenges to keep projects on time, to a high standard of execution and to cost. Support Quality Control in reviewing finished goods against factory held standards. Data Management & Reporting: Maintain and regularly update the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system with the latest product data on-time according to the required seasonal inputs/outputs; (technical specifications, production timelines, revisions, costings). This rigorous database management ensures seamless communication across the Product Creation and Manufacturing teams. Product Costing: Develop and manage cost models towards pre-determined GM% targets for each assigned product. Collaborate and negotiate with the Merchandising and Sourcing teams ensuring all projects meet financial parameters without compromising quality or sustainability. Complete detailed technical specifications in-full and on-time, that enable vendors to execute products efficiently and at cost (SMS & Bulk production). Continuous Improvement & Feedback: Analyze market feedback and product performance data to refine existing products and influence future development efforts towards process and performance improvements. Actively seek opportunities for personal growth, with a focus on developing product category knowledge & expertise. Skills for Success Vision : Identify and anticipate emerging trends in outdoor performance and sustainable apparel. Use your forward-thinking approach to develop products that keep icebreaker at the