Product Development Manager - Apparel

Responsibilities

• Manage apparel sample development from prototype to final approval.
• Conduct fit reviews and assess garment construction, quality, and workmanship.
• Communicate technical corrections and development feedback to vendors.
• Drive costing discussions, MOQ negotiation, and margin optimization with suppliers.
• Resolve development issues related to fabric performance, trims, shrinkage, color, wash, and construction.
• Maintain development tracking, monitor progress, and flag risks or delays.
• Partner with QC/QA teams to ensure production feasibility and quality compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Engineering, Product Development, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in apparel product development, with at least 2 years in managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of apparel fabrics and garment construction.
• Solid vendor management and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Highly structured, detail-oriented, and timeline-driven.

Location:

North Jakarta, Jakarta,

Matahari is Indonesia s premier department store chain, holding a commanding 47.8% market share. As the nation s leading omni-channel, customer-centric "house of specialists," we excel in apparel, footwear, beauty, and related sectors, driven by our philosophy of "feel good."