FTW Product Development Lead

ABOUT ALOHAS

ALOHAS is a fast-growing Spanish footwear and accessories brand built on a simple idea: only make what's already been chosen. Our on-demand model eliminates overproduction at its root — no excess stock, no waste. We move at the speed of culture while staying true to the belief that fashion can be done differently.

THE ROLE

We're looking for a FTW Product Development Lead to join our Product team at a defining moment. This isn't a role to maintain a machine that's already running — it's a role to build it. You'll own the development function end-to-end: the processes, the standards, the supplier relationships, and the team structure. You'll report directly to the Chief Product Officer and work closely with Design, Merchandising, and Production.

This is a hands-on role. You'll be deep in the craft — and simultaneously building the structure that makes the whole function reliable.

YOUR CHALLENGE

Product Development & Execution

• Lead the full product development cycle from tech-pack to GTM-ready sample — footwear first, accessories as the scope grows

• Review and approve proto, sealing, and pre-production samples with precise technical feedback

• Validate new materials and processes before they enter production

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with our factories and material suppliers, primarily based in Spain and Portugal

• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to drive continuous improvement in innovation, sustainability, and efficiency

Leadership

• Lead and upskill a small team of product developers — bringing structure, expertise, and autonomy where it's been missing

• Define product development KPIs (time-to-market, quality, return rates, margins) and report regularly to senior leadership

• Establish and continuously improve the processes that make the development engine reliable and scalable

GTM & Strategy

• Own and manage the product development calendar in close collaboration with Merchandising, protecting key GTM milestones

• Analyse sales and return data to make data-informed decisions and feed recommendations back into the product process

Master Data & Systems

• Maintain product data accuracy across our systems (PLM/Centric, ERP, POS)

• Serve as the cross-functional point of contact on product information — for Design, Brand, Channels, and Customer Service

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 7+ years of experience in footwear product development — factory-side or brand-side, both work (experience in an Atelier or factory environment is a strong plus)

• Deep technical knowledge of footwear construction, materials, fit, and manufacturing processes; leather goods experience is a plus

• Proven experience leading or structuring a team — and the ability to be hands-on yourself, not just a manager

• Track record working with suppliers and factories, ideally in Spain or Portugal

• Experience with PLM and ERP systems (we use Centric); strong Excel skills

• Ability to analyse sales and return data and translate it into product decisions

• Fluent in Spanish and English (essential — Spanish for factory relationships, English for the broader team and international suppliers)

• A solution-first mindset: you move fast, protect deadlines, and don't wait for perfect conditions

• Willing to travel ~20% to visit factories, attend trade shows, and source materials

WHAT WE OFFER

• Freedom & responsibility. We trust you to own your work.

• Flexible hours.

• Summer hours. Intensive schedule in July and August.

• Two disconnect days a year, on top of your holidays. Take them when you need them.

• Balance that's real. We support parenthood, family life, gender equality and diversity, and sustainability is built into how we work.

• Up to 70% off ALOHAS, for you, your family and friends.

• Office in Gràcia, Barcelona, with coffee and fresh fruit, plus monthly after-work plans with the team.

• Growth. Honest feedback, ongoing learning and room to grow with the company.

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

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