Product Development Lead

THE ROLE
Are you passionate about product development and eager to lead innovation in a fast-growing Footwear & Accessories brand? At ALOHAS, we are looking for a Product Development Lead to shape, drive, and optimize our product development strategy.

Reporting to the Chief Product Officer, you will not only oversee the end-to-end process from concept to final product, but also guide a small team and align cross-functional efforts with Design, Merchandising and Production to ensure all products deliver on ALOHAS’ creative vision and positioning.

• Lead product development from the prototype stage to final production, ensuring quality, feasibility, and adherence to timelines starting from tech-pack to final GTM samples.
• Validate new materials and processes before they are implemented in production to ensure long-term quality and durability.
• Collaborate closely with designers to optimize materials, finishes, and production techniques.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with factories, suppliers, and material vendors to optimize collaboration and ensure product excellence.
• Conduct thorough market research and competitor analysis to implement improvements in product innovation, sustainability and efficiency.
• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance design, fit, and production efficiency while maintaining brand aesthetics.

GTM Strategy:

• Proactively manage the product development calendar, ensuring alignment with key GTM milestones and deadline in collaboration with Merchandising.
• Analyze sales and return data to drive improvements and make data-informed recommendations.
  
• Maintain and oversee all product data in our systems (PLM, ERP, POS), ensuring accuracy in product information.
• Act as the key point of contact for cross-functional teams, providing relevant product information and resolving inquiries from other departments (brand, channels & customer service)
• Ensure all necessary updates are properly documented to support transparency across teams and above all with our factories.
• Lead and upskill a small team of product developers, ensuring they gain structure, expertise, and autonomy.
• Define and oversee product development strategies in alignment with business goals, margins, timelines, and collection vision.
• Take ownership of critical decision-making regarding materials, costs, and production feasibility.
• Facilitate and lead cross-functional meetings with Design, Merchandising & Production teams to set priorities and resolve bottlenecks.
• Establish and monitor KPIs (time-to-market, quality, return rates, margins) and provide regular reporting to senior leadership.
• Continuously refine and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and sustainability.

YOU WILL ROCK AT THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE...

• 7+ years of experience in footwear product development.
• Experience in footwear companies is a must-have and accessories and leather goods is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of materials, fit, comfort engineering and feasibility in footwear (shoes & sneakers).
• A deep understanding of material sourcing and production processes.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel) and experience with PLM and ERP systems.
• A solution-oriented mindset with the ability to work in fast-paced environments and tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A passion for Fashion, and specifically for Footwear & Leather Goods!
• Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken).
• Willingness to be based in Barcelona, and work from our office 3-4 days a week.
• Willingness to travel (aprox. 20%) to visit factories (Eu & Asia), attend trade shows, and research new materials.
• Proven experience leading and developing teams in Product Development.
• Strong communication, and negotiation skills across internal teams and external partners.
• Strategic vision combined with hands-on execution skills.

• A Culture of Freedom, Responsibility & Trust: We believe in autonomy, accountability, and mutual respect.
• Flexible Working Hours ⏰: Adapt your schedule to your lifestyle. We trust you to get the job done.
• Hybrid Work Model: Work from home some days and the office on others.
• Summer Hours (July & August) 🌞: Enjoy an intensive workday schedule so you can make the most of your summer.
• We’re a Company with Soul
  • We live and breathe sustainability 🌱
  • We support family-life balance, parenthood, gender equality, and diversity👶🏼
• Mental Health Support 🧠
  • Team wellbeing initiatives
  • Two paid “disconnect days” a year—take time when you need it most
• Exclusive Discounts 💯
  • Enjoy up to 70% off our products
  • Your family and friends benefit too!
• Creative Office Life
  • Located in Gràcia, Barcelona
  • Stocked with coffee ☕ and fresh fruit 🍎
• Home Office Setup 💻
  • Laptop + essential peripherals (keyboard, mouse, monitor)
• Growth & Happiness 🌈
  • Constructive feedback, ongoing learning, and support for your professional journey
• Monthly After-Work Events in Barcelona 🎉
  • Because we like to celebrate together!

Ready to shape the future in a luxury fashion brand? Join us and leave your mark 🚀

About ALOHAS

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ALOHAS is more than a fashion brand: it’s a responsible shopping experience and an opportunity to take part in the fight against overproduction in the fashion industry.

Working at ALOHAS means being part of the innovation and growth of a Spanish start-up with a young, creative, and proactive team, where communication flows and energy levels are high. It’s a demanding environment, but extremely rewarding, and we take pride in learning from one another and strive to make sustainability a way of life beyond the workplace.

We’re passionate about what we do, and that passion shines through in our work.