As a Specialist - Accessories Developer, you drive the product creation and technical development for On’s accessories and soft goods (including bags and backpacks) from concept through commercialization. You collaborate closely with Design, Product Management, and global supply partners to translate creative vision into effortless, highly functional, and commercially viable products that push the boundaries of innovation

Your Mission

• Responsible for every aspect of technical product development from concept to production, ensuring all items meet On standards for design, quality, performance, and sustainability
• Develop and create Tech Packs —including technical drawings, material and component specifications, color applications, and Bill of Materials (BOM) documentation within Adobe Illustrator and PLM systems, to communicate requirements for Design aesthetic, fit, cost, and construction engineering
• Develop innovative construction techniques and technical product solutions that fulfill design intent while achieving target FOB, gross margins, and durability guidelines
• Analyze 2D patterns and 3D mock-ups, fitting knowledge, and soft goods expertise to optimize product ergonomics, volume, and performance
• Organize and lead fit, function, and sample review sessions, documenting clear technical comments and communicating adjustments promptly to global factory partners
• Resolve technical and structural challenges across performance accessories through advanced bonding, stitching, and assembly techniques
• Own the development process for Inline and Special Projects, to ensure timely execution against seasonal calendar milestones
• Maintain clear and timely communication with factories regarding specification updates, monitoring sample accuracy to streamline prototyping iterations and reduce sample waste
• Participate with the Accessories Creation Lead, Design Lead and Product Manager to align execution with seasonal delivery timelines and commercial goals
• Build vendor and cross functional relationships through effective email correspondence, on site travel and in person meetings

Your story

• Specialization: You bring 5+ years of experience dedicated exclusively to the development of accessories focused on bags & backpacks
• Performance Expertise: You have a proven track record in sports and high-end performance gear, understanding the rigors of athletic use
• Technical Bags and Packs Background: Experience in performance and Lifestyle bags and packs is highly desirable
• Analytical Design: Proficient in translating 2D design concepts into 3D performance realities using advanced PLM systems and Adobe Illustrator
• Global Sourcing: Experience collaborating with world-class manufacturers to push the boundaries of performance textile innovation
• Technical Precision: Meticulous attention to detail regarding measurements, tolerances, and material specifications
• Innovation Mindset: A constant drive to explore new yarn technologies and construction methods to solve problems
• Solution-Oriented: A proactive approach to troubleshooting fit and construction issues during the development phase

You will join a dynamic, cross-functional team dedicated to redefining accessories. We are a group of specialists who value technical rigor, aesthetic elevation, and challenge the Status Quo mindset. Our team operates at the intersection of high-end fashion and elite sport, moving fast to turn innovative ideas into premium products

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Apparel Developer

• We always look for better decisions, we always listen to people and listen to different colleagues. We listen, we digest, and we find the most suitable one for all the team and everybody benefits. That process makes us really innovative
• On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose
• On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination
• Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things

Ready to dig into the details?This second interview will be held with your future manager and will focus on the specifics of the job. Together you’ll delve into your unique skills and experiences and how they could be relevant at On. It's also a time to assess how you might feel working side-by-side. Bring any questions you have about the job, the team or anything else you might like to know – this is an open forum

Are we a good fit?We’ll get together internally to share our feedback and decide if we’re a match. We know that job searching is a big time investment, so it’s not a decision we take lightly. It’s also time for you to reflect on the experience – are we the right place for you?No matter the outcome, we’ll give you meaningful feedback

You'll start by submitting your application to a specific role