Raw Materials Developer, Leather - London, United Kingdom - Burberry Limited

Burberry Limited London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Description

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

Be a vital part of our team as our Raw Material Developer, Leather. Collaborate with Design and Sourcing to manage raw material development and supply within design briefs and budget guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Foster close collaboration with Design: Act as technical partner, attending raw material meetings, providing feedback, and brainstorming solutions.
Cultivate vendor relationships: Develop strong understanding of vendor capabilities and availability to meet demands effectively.
Research and develop new raw material concepts and technologies according to brief.
Oversee samples and colourways, collaborating with mills to ensure correct execution of designs/materials.
Establish and implement raw material development critical path in coordination with Product Development and Design teams, adhering to deadlines and addressing development issues promptly.
Manage raw material orders: Ensure timely delivery, quality standards, and cost efficiency to achieve target margins.
Ensure product functionality and suitability: Conduct ongoing risk assessments during development process and proactively address any issues.
Collaborate with Supply Chain teams for product testing and standards compliance, negotiating aesthetic changes while protecting design vision.

PERSONAL PROFILE

Possess strong technical expertise in leather goods construction, materials, and manufacturing processes.
Understand testing parameters, quality standards, and chemical finishing fundamentals.
Skilled in managing vendor relationships, delivering clear briefs, and meeting demands.
Ensure on-time collection delivery through effective critical path management.
Manage budgets with commercial awareness, balancing creativity and cost considerations.
Demonstrate deep fashion knowledge and excellent communication skills, with proficiency in PLM, Excel, and InDesign.

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

FOOTER

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.

Posting Notes: United Kingdom || Not Applicable || London || PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT || NO DEPARTMENT - FPT9049 || n/a ||

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