Eastpak EMEA is looking for an exceptional Junior Product Developer to join our Product team based in Antwerp, Belgium.

At Eastpak, we’re Built to Resist whatever life throws at us, as we express ourselves as individuals and inspire positive resistance. Since we started our journey half a century ago, we’ve refined our classic bag designs and continue to innovate and collaborate with some of the world’s leading creatives.

We’re committed to making durable designs that stand the test of time, as we foster a more sustainable way of living. Our Eastpak culture is defined by Empowerment, Responsibility, Creativity, Collaboration and Positive Resistance.

Eastpak is Built to Resist, are you?

Let’s talk about the role!     

You as Junior Product Developer will support and create the design and development team during the complete seasonal development process from product concept to salesmen samples in line with the brand goals and business vision.

You will help build seasonal collections by analysing our target consumer, researching trends, work out design proposals and develop the products accordingly in tandem with our VF APAC based sourcing team. You will work closely with Merchandising and Marketing team to prepare and present the collection to Sales. You will support the Product Team and manager in creating a valuable seasonal collection.

How You Will Make a Difference

You will achieve this by:

Contributing to build a seasonal collection with a focus on the seasonal colours and mainstream print stories.

Creating design proposals and visualize through mood boards and on- and offline research considering the competition within the field.

Translating ideas & sketches into physical samples within our product development process. By working on technical details about fabrics and finishes, trims, bag constructions, tech packs, quality concerns and testing

Collaborating with the VF APAC based sourcing team, Merchandising team and Marketing department

Taking into consideration the costing structure and pricing calculations, mainly for commercial styles. Understand the impact of material prices, labour costs, manufacturing location.

Being responsible for all sample management: Function as the go-to-person for sample support internally for the Product Department, for Marketing and for Preview show set-up and for E-com.

Support the team in skeleton build-up of PowerPoint, Excel and Word documents for visualization of collection line plans.

Skills for Success

To succeed as a Junior Product Developer, you should have 1 to 2 year’s professional experience in a similar role within design & development in a fashion, lifestyle line of work. You have proven skills in creative software as Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop. The ability to multitask and anticipate is key. A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor or master’s degree in Fashion or Product Development are nice to have. You should have a natural interest in fashion and/or the retail industry and awareness for trends are necessary and a natural curiosity.  

What’s in it For You

We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package.

A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do

An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together

Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization

On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives

A discount card with 50% on all VF brands

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VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands. At the heart of our journey lies our purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at vfc.com

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity 

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike. If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would like to hear from you!

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