- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
About Balmain
Balmain, a distinguished brand within the Swatch Group, the world's leading watchmaking conglomerate, is renowned for its predominantly feminine collections that draw inspiration from a myriad of universes. Situated in Saint-Imier, Balmain's creations are a sophisticated fusion of tradition and contemporary aesthetics, each timepiece narrating its own unique story, such as the iconic arabesque motif inspired by the opulent embroideries adorning haute couture gowns.
The Denim Product Developer implements category product strategy and oversees style development from studio brief through showroom prototypes, coordinating manufacturers, production, and cross-functional teams while managing quality, timelines, margins, and the development budget. This is a permanent, full-time position based in Paris.
Role & Responsibilities
- Implement the product strategy for the category in line with the Artistic Director’s guidelines and merchandising needs, overseeing the assortment structure, overall margin, quality, and schedule.
- Manage the development process for styles, from the studio brief through showroom prototypes.
- Hand over styles to the production teams and participate in technical standardization meetings.
- Serve as the main contact for manufacturers, contribute to research, and ensure technical packs are launched.
- Attend fittings with the studio, take notes, and relay comments.
- Track style development progress and update collection materials.
- Manage the development budget.
- Negotiate prices to achieve margin objectives while accounting for industrial constraints and ensuring feasibility and quality.
- Maintain and develop relationships with development partners, share Balmain’s vision with them, and challenge them where appropriate.
- Coordinate the departments involved as needed, including the Studio, Atelier Balmain, materials and haberdashery purchasing, order preparation, and quality.
- Ensure high-quality handovers to production teams, maintain references and bills of materials in the PLM, and ensure information accuracy.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in fashion.
- Three years of professional experience in product development, specifically in denim.
- Previous experience working in a studio and in the luxury sector.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and strong coordination abilities.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
- Strong product and fashion sensibility.
- Strong analytical and synthesis skills.
- Speaks English.
- Rigor, attention to detail, autonomy, and strong adaptability.
Skills
Experience
3 years of professional experience in product development, specifically in denim; previous experience working in a studio and in the luxury sector.
Education
Master’s degree in fashion.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Balmain, as part of the Swatch Group, fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, where tradition meets contemporary design. The workplace encourages creativity, collaboration, and a passion for luxury craftsmanship.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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