Component Developer - Footwear, Bags & Belts

Job description

COMPONENT DEVELOPER – FOOTWEAR BAGS BELTS WHAT YOU DO – ROLE DESCRIPTION As a Component Developer – at H&M, you are responsible for developing materials and components with a primary focus on leather footwear bags and belts. You also support other material categories such as fabric, PU and trim. You ensure all developments align with H&M’s standards of quality, cost efficiency, sustainability, and speed-to-market. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Drive the development of leather components with strong focus on footwear bags and belts

• Continuously provide new fashion-driven materials and qualities to Product Designers
• Lead supplier quotation processes and negotiations to secure the best cost and value
• Develop and maintain seasonal component libraries in line with trends
• Own and drive new developments focusing on quality, durability, and sustainability
• Ensure all components comply with H&M global standards including chemical and sustainability requirements
• Collaborate with Product Designers, Material Responsible, and suppliers HOW YOU DO IT - Work with ownership, structure, and attention to detail
• Apply solid product knowledge across Footwear, bags and belts
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers
• Communicate clearly with a proactive, solution-driven mindset TECHNICAL EXPERTISE - Footwear construction (mandatory)
• Leather materials, finishes, and treatments
• Components for shoes, bags, and belts
• Knowledge of H&M sustainability standards and compliance requirements

REQUIREMENTS

Mandatory: Footwear component development experience Preferred: Bags and belts experience H&M VALUES We are one team | We believe in people | We are entrepreneurs | We make constant improvement | We are cost conscious | We are straightforward and open-minded | We keep it simple