ALOHAS

FTW Product Development Lead

ALOHAS  •  Barcelona, ES (Onsite)  •  8 days ago
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Job Description

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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ALOHAS

About ALOHAS

The ALOHAS way is about bringing sustainable production and responsible shopping to the forefront of the fashion industry.

With our on-demand model, we hold off on production until shoppers have told us what they really want. This way, we minimize overproduction in fashion together.

The history:

The brand was founded in 2015 in Honolulu, Hawaii by current CEO, Alejandro Porras. He was inspired by seeing locals react to his Avarcas, a popular type of sandal from Menorca, Spain, known for their simplicity and ease of use. He decided to talk business in Hawaii and began expanding not only his product offering but also his business sights.

Back to basics and looking to put a spin on the traditional Espadrille, our creative team works from our headquarters in Barcelona to design finely crafted shoes for rain or shine seasons, all produced by trusted artisans in nearby production facilities.

The brand has already strategically positioned itself in Moda Operandi, La Rinascente, Zalando, Revolve, The Iconic and El Corte Inglés, thus covering some of the largest and most exclusive online points of sale across different continents.

ALOHAS is well known for many of its IG collaborations and registered a 1.1 million turnover in 2018 (without investors). This was driven by its ongoing investments into logistics infrastructure and product diversification together with an ever growing online presence.

Life at ALOHAS is dreamy while still demanding. It is a place where we take pride in learning from one another. We love what we do. We also make mistakes, and that helps us improve day after day.

Industry
Fashion & Apparel
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Barcelona, ES
Year Founded
2014
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