Prada Product Development Manager - Men's Jersey

Milan • Italy

Monday, January 13, 2025

Established in 1913 in Italy, the Prada Group is renowned for its tradition of excellence and its forward-thinking approach to innovation. As a global leader in the luxury goods sector, the Group operates in over 45 countries with brands including PRADA, Miu Miu, Church's, and Car Shoe, employing individuals from more than 100 nationalities. The acquisition of Pasticceria Marchesi 1824 marked the Group's entry into the food sector, maintaining high-quality standards. Actively engaged in the arts, Prada Group strengthens its presence through evolving contemporary art projects.

1. Manage the product category from prototype development to product industrialization.
2. Collaborate with design and creative direction to interpret product development needs for collection and show pieces.
3. Ensure effective model study and refinement processes.
4. Prioritize and schedule the jersey product development team, adapting to priority changes as needed.
5. Coordinate with external suppliers to ensure proper prototype realization.
6. Monitor prototype development timelines and adherence.
7. Verify prototypes meet creative and commercial requirements, participating in the defect correction phase.
8. Work with the pricing office to assess sample garments.
9. Ensure proper collection advancement for the assigned category, collaborating with relevant departments.
10. Participate in the industrialization of assigned models, addressing and correcting pattern-related issues.
11. Oversee the preparation of technical sheets detailing measurements and notes for each phase of design, development, and production.
12. Manage special projects related to sports events and international collaborations, liaising directly with entities and final clients.

1. Degree in fashion or apparel with a technical focus.
2. Minimum of 15 years of experience in product development, preferably in the luxury textile sector.

1. Excellent people management skills.
2. Flexibility, resilience, and problem-solving orientation.
3. Fluency in Italian (C1/C2) and English (B2/C1).
4. Willingness to travel.
5. Proficiency in PLM and AS400 systems.

A minimum of 15 years in product development within the luxury textile industry is required.

Degree in fashion or apparel with a technical focus.

The position offers opportunities for professional growth within a creative and international environment.

Joining Prada means working in a creative and international setting, alongside teams driven by curiosity and a pursuit of excellence. The company's success is fueled by valuing talent and passion, guiding employees along their professional growth paths.