Product Development Manager
BAGS CITY
Job Description
BAGS CITY GROUP is a retail company that specializes in Luggage, Bags, and Travel Accessories. Started its Journey since 1992. Bags City sells well-known brands like Lojel, Thule, Bagasi, Case Logic, and Travel Blue.
Available in 30 Showrooms and 100 Department Stores throughout Indonesia. And now we are looking for Product Development Manager position. Let's start your career in Bags City!
Job Description Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product vision and strategy, considering market trends and customer needsManage timelines, budgets, and resources for product development projects, ensuring timely and successful product launchesWork closely with suppliers and manufacturers to source materials, ensure quality control, and optimize production processesEstablish and maintain quality standards for products, ensuring compliance with brand specificationsDevelop and execute product roadmaps and strategies aligned with the company’s goals and market trendsWork closely with design, marketing, sales, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless product development and launch processesManage the product development timeline, ensuring all milestones are met on time and within budget QualificationBachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Product Design or Industrial Design or other related field.Minimum 3 years of experience in product management, preferably in the footware, fashion, outdoor gear industry or other relevant industry to bags and luggage.Proven experience managing end-to-end product development: from concept, material sourcing, prototyping, sampling, to mass production.Strong knowledge of materials and construction techniques, including textiles, synthetics, leather, hardware (zippers, buckles), and structural components.Hands-on experience working with vendors and manufacturers (local and/or overseas), including sample follow-up and production coordination.Ability to create and interpret tech packs, BOM (Bill of Materials), and product specifications.Good understanding of costing, pricing structure, and margin optimization.Strong sense of design aesthetics balanced with functionality and durability.Familiarity with quality control standards and product testing (durability, load, wear & tear).Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, CAD, or similar) is a plus.Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple timelines and seasonal collections.Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to work cross-functionally with merchandising, marketing, sourcing, and production teams.Fluent in English (written and spoken).Willing to be placed in Taman Tekno, BSD.