In short

As a Senior Apparel Sourcing Developer, your core responsibilities would be to ensure On’s products meet consumer expectations in terms of aesthetics, functionality, & performance and cost efficiency. This is your opportunity to become part of the world’s fastest growing sports company. Shoes are not the only product and supply chain landscape disrupted by On, but also apparel and accessories. As a Senior Apparel Sourcing Developer, you are responsible for ensuring the developments are executed on-time & in-line with On’s seasonal development calendars. As a member of the globally integrated supply chain team and cross-functional apparel organisation, you will be based in Istanbul with frequent travel within EU & to our key factory partners.

Your Mission

  • Monitor seasonal calendars & ensure styles are buy-ready & on time to meet deliveries.
  • Ensure that the products developed are production-ready, and work with vendors to mitigate any risks.
  • Ensure clear and consistent communication between apparel development teams at Headquarters and the team in Hanoi.
  • Act as a bridge between Zurich team, and the suppliers, on new technologies & applications in product development.
  • Collaborate with Design & HQ teams to engineer cost effective products. Costing and margin targets for assigned product categories must be coordinated.
  • Maintain good relationships with all suppliers to encourage transparent & open communication on sampling and costing efficiencies.
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  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera

Your story

  • At least 10 years of apparel product development experience, preferably with 5 years minimum in a manufacturing environment.
  • Basic knowledge of materials & patterns.
  • A degree or qualification in design or garment manufacturing is preferable.
  • Deep knowledge of development and production process.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Strong communication & interpersonal skills and the ability to work with multicultural teams.
  • Proficiency in English is a must.
  • An entrepreneurial and open mindset, an eagerness for differentiation, and a natural push for excellence.
  • Able to balance creativity with organisation and discipline in a fast-paced environment.
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About the Team

You'll be joining a diverse and dynamic team based in Istanbul, working alongside colleagues from various regions and backgrounds. Our team is collaborative, passionate, and committed to driving growth and success. As the region continues to expand, you'll be working with professionals who bring unique perspectives and skills to the table, creating a rich and engaging environment for personal and professional growth.

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Athlete

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Performance is in our DNA. We channel the Athlete mindset to create for anyone who loves to move – precision-first products that deliver on quality, form and function to help our fans push limits and look good doing it.

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Sindy

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.
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What we offer

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.

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What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

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.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.