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Product Development Specialist in Lisbon

On-site in Carnaxide·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 2 Nov)

Sonae MC

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Work mode: On-site, Carnaxide
Contract: Full-time

Skills

Sonae MC is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Lisbon.

This job advert was originally written in Portuguese.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Higher education in Management, Marketing or Design - Essential to develop a strategic vision of the market and the brand. Management provides organizational and leadership skills; Marketing brings the focus on the consumer and brand communication; and Design fosters creativity and aesthetic understanding, both of which are fundamental;
Experience in the creation and development of fashion product collections - Experience in this field demonstrates skills in product lifecycle management, knowledge of development and production stages, as well as a deep understanding of trends and consumer preferences;
Proficiency in the English Language - English is crucial in international procurement scenarios, as all communication with suppliers is conducted in this language;

Nice to have

Passion for fashion and trends - Staying constantly updated and having a natural curiosity for industry news are vital to conducting trend research;
Analytical, strategic, negotiation and communication skills - These allow for the monitoring and tracking of performance indicators and market data; strategic vision enables the definition of long-term objectives and actions for product ranges; and negotiation and communication skills are essential for procurement and for alignment with internal and external stakeholders;
Strong capacity for project management - Project management is fundamental to ensure that collection development follows a precise timeline, especially for a role that requires interaction with suppliers and coordination of multiple tasks, such as sourcing and marketing strategy development;
Ability to think "Out of the box" - Innovation and creativity are crucial for the development of new eyewear brands and ranges. Thinking "out of the box" is a skill that drives the creation of differentiated products and adapts to trends;
Enjoyment of teamwork and good interpersonal skills - Essential for involvement with multiple departments (stocks, marketing, operations) and for maintaining effective communication with suppliers.
Availability for occasional travel - responding to possible needs and visiting Fairs in Europe and suppliers in China. This proximity will allow for the development of closer relationships with suppliers and commercial partners.

The role

What you'll do

Research, identification of trends and innovations in the fashion and eyewear markets;
Development of trend panels, moodboards, colors, shapes and materials;
Creation and development of ranges and new eyewear brands;
Procurement and sourcing nationally and internationally;
Definition of objectives and strategies for the long-term growth of ranges and new brands;
Follow-up and monitoring of performance indicators and commercial category management;
Involvement and coordination with different stakeholders, namely: commercial managers, external suppliers, stocks, marketing, operations and quality;
Management of the import order process, ensuring the analysis of needs, placement and follow-up of orders, in close coordination with the pivot responsible for the area;
Development of the marketing and communication strategy for new brands, ranges and collections.

description

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity! Your application will only be considered complete after completing a digital assessment. At the end of the application, and if you meet the necessary criteria for the role, you will receive a link to access it in your registration email. This step is mandatory, as our recruitment process is based on skills assessment.

We are a company for everyone and by everyone. At MC, we put people at the center: customers, employees, and the community. We create value together, innovate at every step, and lead closely, recognizing the qualities of each individual. Different stories and ideas unite us in the same purpose: to grow and reach the best version of ourselves. Because everything we are, we achieve together.
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We are looking for a Product Development Specialist for our Eyewear and Audiology team, and we believe we will be #betterwithyou!

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