Developer, Apparel

Mid-level Developer role at VF International in Stabio, EMEA. Focuses on apparel product development, cross-functional collaboration, and cost management within a supportive, sustainability-driven culture.

This position serves as a key contributor to the Product Development team, tasked with delivering high-quality apparel products on schedule and within budget. The role operates under general guidance and involves occasional travel for overseas development activities.

Responsibilities

• Create apparel items across various categories and genders based on seasonal needs and individual expertise.
• Attend planning sessions and ensure product standards for quality and cost are met.
• Manage product specifications, measurements, bills of materials, and fit prototypes.
• Maintain clear communication channels with sourcing partners and vendors in Asia, as well as internal technical and design teams.
• Partner with design and merchandising teams to execute line plans and secure bulk production approvals.
• Achieve product creation milestones and align with strategic goals.
• Collaborate with global costing and internal teams on seasonal FOBs to enhance gross margins.
• Act as a mediator during negotiation processes.

Requirements

• Demonstrate ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional groups such as Consumer Research and R&D.
• Show aptitude for supporting strategy development across product pricing, design, marketing, and lifecycle management.
• Possess knowledge of Timberland’s operational principles and procedures.
• Exhibit resourcefulness in determining actions based on guidelines and adapting processes as needed.
• Show capability to resolve varied and non-routine issues.
• Demonstrate talent for conveying complex information to diverse audiences, sometimes requiring persuasion.
• Have a few years of professional experience and achievements.

Nice to have

• Formal education in a related field.

What the company offers

• A supportive, feedback-based culture guided by respect and integrity.
• An inclusive, international environment where diverse backgrounds and experiences are valued.
• The opportunity to be part of an iconic lifestyle brand within a global, multi-brand organization.
• On-site gym with health and well-being initiatives.
• A discount card offering 50% off all VF brands.
• Break-out areas with complimentary hot drinks.

About the company

VF International is a force of nature that steps outside, works hard together, and moves the world forward. Widely recognized as the arbiter of boot culture, the company has a decades-long commitment to make products responsibly, protect the outdoors, and build community. It fosters a culture of belonging based on respect, openness, connection, and authenticity.

• A force of nature that steps outside, works hard together, and moves the world forward.
• Widely recognized as the arbiter of boot culture.
• Decades-long commitment to make products responsibly, protect the outdoors, and build community.
• Fosters a culture of belonging based on respect, openness, connection, and authenticity.