Product Development Intern (6 Month FTC)
Relevant, masculine and British. Since 1893, Alfred Dunhill has been engineering unique and stylish luxuries for men. We seek people who have commitment and drive with a strong commercial focus, and will thrive in a creative environment that encourages innovative thinking.
Product Development Intern
(6 Month FTC, Full-Time)
"You will be given the opportunity to help develop the Outerwear product range from start to finish to gain valuable experience and a product portfolio. You will have freedom to research innovative and sustainable materials to contribute to the wider team"
HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?
The role of the Product Development Intern is to support the Senior Product Development Manager on the woven and leather outerwear category. The position will own a wide range of admin responsibilities and will gain the opportunity to develop product together with the creative teams.
Key responsibilities:
- PLM product sku creation.
- Creation of sample orders and tracking process.
- Manage all incoming/outgoing shipments and couriers. Support the SPDM and showroom team by monitoring prototype and salesman sample deliveries.
- Raise, track and monitor purchase orders.
- Upload and manage bill of materials (BOMs) for each product.
- Cross checking the PLM system with care label declaration/description received from suppliers.
- Setting up and updating the seasonal range plan. Including the updating of sketches, fabric and trim info, etc.
- Organise and maintain fabric and leather archiving systems.
- Create seasonal leather outerwear colour cards.
- Constant liaison with designers, quality technicians, merchandisers, and suppliers to support the Senior Product Development manager.
- Attend product fit sessions. Support SPDM by updating BOM’s with changes made during each fit meeting
HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?
- An understanding of design and Product Development critical paths.
- Team player who takes initiative and can handle fast paced environment.
- Ability to work under pressure and to handle multiple projects.
- Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English.
- Experience in Excel, InDesign, Illustrator.
HOW DO WE KEEP YOU SMILING?
As a significant member of the dunhill community, you are also part of a much bigger family at Richemont.
We strongly believe in internal development, mobility and offering various opportunities to enhance both your personal and professional development.
YOUR JOURNEY WITH US:
We aim to provide a valuable recruitment process, allowing you to gain exposure to some key decision makers and influencing individuals:
1st Stage - After your application has been selected, our recruitment team will reach out to you within 2 weeks for an introductory call.
2nd Stage - You will be asked to complete a task and invited to meet the Senior Product Development Manager.