Director of Product Development - Luxury

My client is a leading luxury retailer in the Middle East. They are looking for an exceptional talent to manage their product, category and design.

The Role

Lead the development of products, ensuring innovative, on-brand product lines that cater to key occasions and customer preferences.

Develop and maintain a deep understanding of buying preferences across core demographics.

Translate business briefs into commercially viable product concepts and bring them to life.

Establish seasonal color palettes, patterns, and product stories to elevate visual merchandising and storytelling.

Collaborate with external vendors to ensure quality, timelines, and cost-effectiveness.

Work closely with the category, e-commerce, and marketing teams to align product strategy with business objectives and consumer insights.

Understand sales performance and customer feedback to optimize existing offerings and inform future product planning.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations, regional market standards, and quality assurance protocols.