Outerwear Developer / Buyer
Key Skills
Job Description
Help build outerwear that performs, from first idea to final delivery. Lijnden | Product | 40 hours | Full-time At Just Brands, we build menswear brands with character. PME Legend, Cast Iron and Vanguard each have their own voice, their own audience and their own place in the market. In outerwear, strong product needs more than a good idea. It needs sharp product development, solid supplier management, smart buying decisions and a clear grip on quality, timing and margin. Outerwear is one of those categories where every detail matters: construction, fit, fabric, trims, costing, production planning and delivery. When the process runs well, collections land stronger, margins stay healthier and the business performs better. But what really sets us apart is how we work together. We’re team first. No ego, no unnecessary layers, no endless talking, no corporate theatre. We back each other, speak up, take ownership and keep pushing for better. We work hard, stay sharp and make sure there’s room to enjoy the ride too. That’s where you you take the wheel. Why this role matters This is where outerwear product development and buying meet real commercial impact. As our Outerwear Developer / Buyer, you manage outerwear styles through the full product lifecycle: from development, costing and supplier follow-up to buying decisions, production tracking and final delivery. You keep the critical path under control, align with suppliers and internal teams, and make sure every style lands right in quality, timing and margin. You are not here to just manage the process. You are here to make sure outerwear is developed, bought and delivered with commercial precision. What you’ll do Manage assigned outerwear styles from development through production Support costing, price negotiations and margin follow-up Coordinate with suppliers to keep timelines, quality and delivery targets on track Monitor the critical path and solve bottlenecks before they become delays Work closely with Design, Sourcing, Buying and Logistics to keep execution smooth Review samples and product details with a strong eye for construction, fit and quality Contribute to improvements in product quality, supplier execution and sustainability Help translate product ideas into commercial outerwear that is ready for the market. What makes this role exciting You work on a highly visible menswear category where product decisions matter You combine product development, buying and supplier management in one role You work across the full lifecycle, from first idea to final delivery You play a key role in a small, high-impact product team You help shape outerwear collections that need to perform creatively, technically and commercially. You’ll probably love this role if you… like being hands-on across the full product process understand how outerwear construction, materials and fit influence the final product enjoy balancing quality, timing, costing and margin get energy from solving issues before they slow things down prefer practical ownership over endless discussion want to work in fashion product development where detail and commercial instinct both matter. What you bring Several years of experience in product development and/or buying within fashion Strong technical understanding of outerwear construction, fabrics, trims and materials Experience working with suppliers and managing development or production follow-up Commercial awareness around costing, price negotiations and margin impact Ability to manage multiple deadlines, samples and production calendars Hands-on, proactive and solution-oriented way of working Experience in menswear, outerwear or commercially driven fashion is a strong plus. What Just Brands is really like We’re team first. In Product, that means we challenge each other on quality, timing and margin, keep communication clear and own what we commit to. No ego. Just practical collaboration, sharp follow-up and a team that enjoys building better product together. You’ll Join a Company Where People help each other out Ideas and people matter more than job titles Hard work matters, and so does enjoying the ride If something can be better, we improve it. What you get You step into a role with direct impact on product quality, timing and commercial performance. As part of a small, high-impact team, you’ll help shape stronger outerwear collections for brands with real market presence. Salary depending on experience and background End-of-year bonus equal to one gross monthly salary Healthy and varied lunch every day Exclusive access to our own Gym, including classes such as boxing, yoga and padel Parties and drinks that will be talked about for years to come Staff discount on our clothing. Ready to help build outerwear that delivers? Still reading? Good sign. If you want to combine product development, buying, supplier management and real ownership in a role that helps strong outerwear collections come to life, this could be your next step. 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Core Responsibilities
Manage assigned outerwear styles throughout the product lifecycle, from development, costing, and supplier follow-up through buying decisions, production tracking, and final delivery. Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to maintain quality, timelines, and margins, while reviewing product details and resolving process bottlenecks.
Requirements
Several years of experience in fashion product development and/or buying, with strong technical knowledge of outerwear construction, fabrics, trims, and materials. Supplier follow-up experience, commercial awareness of costing and margins, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines are required; menswear or outerwear experience is a strong plus.
Benefits
- End-of-Year Bonus Equal to One Gross Monthly Salary
- Daily Healthy and Varied Lunch
- Gym Access and Fitness Classes
- Company Parties and Drinks
- Staff Clothing Discount
About Just Brands - Fashion & Retail
Industry: Retail Apparel and Fashion
Company size: 201-500 employees
Just Brands is the organization behind the brands: PME Legend, Cast Iron Premium Denim and Vanguard. We are a dynamic fashion company with over 25 years experience in creating unique labels in fashion. Headquartered in Lijnden near Amsterdam, we work with specialists who’s passion and eye for detail is invested in designing, manufacturing and marketing our brands. Just Brands is building the business step by step, consistently offering our partners and our consumers high–quality, relevant products with distinctive image platforms and related services. We are a proud company with a focus on the long term with high ethical standards and respect for the environment.