With an ability to unite global communities across borders, Daily Paper is more than a clothing brand. Through creativity, fashion and education, we aim to inspire young adults and set an example of giving back. Daily Paper has attracted a tribe of multidisciplinary creatives and cultivated a community of individuals who celebrate their own roots and champion inclusivity. The diverse and deep-rooted diaspora culture is the bedrock of our brand, echoing in every collection - and always portrayed through the lens of the youth.
As a Product Developer you are responsible for managing the full product development process from sketch to warehouse delivery. This includes ensuring product quality, technical execution, supplier communication, and meeting deadlines in line with Daily Paper’s standards. The role acts as a bridge between design, suppliers, and production, balancing creativity, technical feasibility, and commercial viability. In this role, you will work closely with a Senior Product Developer to align on priorities, share expertise, and ensure smooth collaboration across all stages of development.
Your responsibilities:- Manage the full product development lifecycle from sketch to final product, including prototypes, samples, and bulk production.
- Monitor production and development status, fabric bookings, and sample progress to ensure all deadlines are met.
- Collect, analyze, and maintain supplier information (prices, fabric consumption, width, MOQs, lead times).
- Create and update size specs, style specs, and grading for all styles.
- Organize and co-lead fitting sessions, review samples for fit, details, and workmanship, and ensure feedback is shared internally and externally.
- Take a proactive role in continuously improving product quality, fit, and construction.
- Advise the Design team on technical possibilities, limitations, and production risks.
- Maintain ongoing communication and follow-up with international suppliers.
- Conduct quality checks at production sites when necessary.
- Support sales preparation by ensuring accurate product data, sample presentation, labeling, and system updates.
- Maintain ERP systems, seasonal folders, and tracking lineplans to ensure transparency across teams.
- Stay up to date on market and industry developments to drive product innovation.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, including international travel when required.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in product development or a similar role within the fashion industry
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion and Management or similar
- Knowledge of garment manufacturing processes and fabric, garment manufacturing processes, fitting, grading and patterns
- Experience dealing with International suppliers
- Ability to work with Excel
- Product knowledge
- Strong knowledge of human body measurements
- Based in the Netherlands
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Problem‑solving mindset with a hands‑on mentality.
- Excellent planning, organizational, and time‑management skills.
- High attention to detail and quality.
- Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness.
- Ability to balance creativity with technical and commercial requirements.
At Daily Paper we offer employees to be part of our internationally, fast-growing brand. In this environment you can make a difference and develop yourself. Our team is young, passionate and creative. We’re committed to world domination, therefore looking for ambitious people that would like to join our family to achieve this goal!
#J-18808-Ljbffr€45000 - €60000 monthly