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PRODUCT DEVELOPER

As a Product Developer at Xandres, you play a key role in the development of our collections, from the initial concept phase through to production approval. You combine your technical expertise with financial insight, ensuring the right balance between design, fit, quality, manufacturability, cost and margin.

As a technical expert and trusted sparring partner to the Design team, you contribute from the earliest design stages, critically assess product choices and make independent technical decisions.

Your Responsibilities

  • From the concept phase onwards, you assess designs for technical feasibility, fit, construction and manufacturability. You constructively challenge the Design team on margins, timelines, manufacturability and quality, and propose well-founded alternatives.
  • You prepare the Bill of Materials (BOM) and preliminary cost calculations, monitor target costs and analyse the impact of design decisions on margins. You actively identify cost optimisation opportunities without compromising the original design intent.
  • As a technical expert, you review and approve patterns, technical specifications and size charts. Together with the Design team, you lead fitting sessions and make technical decisions regarding fit and construction.
  • You share responsibility for the sampling process, from the first prototype to the production sample, monitoring timelines, correction rounds and the sample budget within the approved framework.
  • In direct communication with suppliers and production partners, you discuss technical developments, samples, quality and costs. You explore alternative materials and production methods to further optimise products.
  • You work closely with Design, Sourcing, Quality and Merchandise Planning, proactively identify technical and quality risks, and provide the necessary product and cost information to support Sourcing in supplier price negotiations.

Your Competencies

  • Technical expertise: You have an in-depth understanding of patterns, fit, materials, garment construction and finishing techniques, enabling you to make independent technical assessments and decisions.
  • Financial and analytical insight: You understand how product decisions impact costs and margins and support your recommendations with calculations.
  • Planning and attention to detail: You monitor deadlines, budgets and product data while maintaining a clear overview of the sampling process.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making: You analyse challenges, evaluate alternatives and take ownership of following up on your responsibilities.
  • Communication and influencing skills: You collaborate constructively, confidently challenge decisions and clearly substantiate your viewpoints.
  • Continuous development: You are open to feedback and actively apply new knowledge and working methods.

Your Qualifications

  • A bachelor's or master's degree in Fashion Technology, Product Development, Textile Technology or equivalent through experience.
  • Relevant experience in technical product development within the apparel industry, preferably in premium womenswear.
  • Thorough knowledge of pattern making, fittings, garment construction, materials and finishing techniques.
  • Experience with BOM and costing, or demonstrably strong analytical capabilities in these areas.
  • Familiarity with technical specification sheets, ERP systems and Excel.
  • Fluency in Dutch and English, both written and spoken.
  • Willingness to regularly visit international partners abroad (4–8 times per year).
  • Flexibility around collection deadlines.

What We Offer

  • A competitive salary package with lunch vouchers and additional benefits
  • Laptop
  • 29 days of annual leave, plus additional seniority leave (1 additional day after 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years of seniority)
  • Hospitalization insurance and a contribution towards computer glasses
  • Financial support for childcare, before- and after-school care and holiday camps through PC 215
  • 30% employee discount on Xandres
  • We love celebrating special moments together in style, from our summer events and Green Friday to our New Year celebrations

Our Culture

At Xandres, we build on almost 60 years of expertise and craftsmanship in Belgian premium fashion, driven by one simple belief: women should feel free to express their unique selves. 

Everything we do, from the collections we create to the experiences we offer, reflects that belief. We create premium womenswear with timeless elegance and an original twist, helping women express themselves effortlessly. Behind our brand is an ambitious and internationally growing company with a flat hierarchy, short communication lines and a strong can-do attitude. While we continue to grow and evolve, we combine the entrepreneurial spirit of Xandres with the stability of being part of an established listed group.

Our people are at the heart of that growth. We believe in giving people ownership, room to take initiative and the opportunity to make a real impact. We invest in development, embrace continuous improvement and believe that passion, excellence and entrepreneurship are key to building lasting success together.

If you want to make an impact, take ownership and help shape the future of a Belgian premium fashion brand with international ambitions, you’ll feel at home at Xandres.