Product Developer - Printing Specialist M/F/D at Nilörn

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Nilorn Portugal, based in Recarei-Paredes, one of the key units within Nilorn Worldwide, is actively hiring. Nilorn Worldwide is a unique global Empresa, founded in 1977, with expertise in adding value to brands in the world of labels, packaging and accessories. We take pride in being a "Development Hub" for both brand owners and garment manufacturers alike - offering complete, creative and tailor-made concepts in the areas of branding, design, product development and logistics solutions.

Our offices and manufacturing bases are located in Suécia, Dinamarca, Bélgica, Suíça, Alemanha, Itália, Reino Unido, Portugal, Turkey, Hong Kong, China, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Vietnam.

Sustainability at Nilorn means working towards meeting the needs of people and society without compromising the needs of future generations – acting in the long-term interests of many people. Nilorn believes in taking a holistic approach – including the entire design, manufacturing and supply chain. We are committed to reducing the environmental footprint.

To achieve this, we rely on the best talents by our side. As our growth process progresses, new career opportunities arise. In this regard, we intend to strengthen our team in Portugal by hiring a Product Developer - Printing Specialist M/F/D.

Reporting to the Product Developer Manager, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating all activities related to product development, ensuring accurate technical documentation, efficient supplier coordination, and effective cross-functional integration. The role aims to guarantee technically feasible, economically viable and timely product solutions aligned with customer requirements and internal standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Product Specification and Documentation Management

• Create and update technical sheets, product structures and complementary documentation in NAV.
• Ensure traceability of product versions and revisions.
• Organise and keep technical information, prices, contacts and project history updated.

2. Development Project Management and Coordination

• Oversee the full product development cycle, from the request stage to sample production and dispatch to the customer.
• Define suitable materials, production processes and method, ensuring technical and economic feasibility.
• Monitor deadlines, costs, resources and lead times, ensuring compliance with established schedules.
• Evaluate costs and margins and propose alternatives when necessary.

3. Supplier Management

• Request samples, quotations and lead times, ensuring the availability of competitive and technically suitable alternatives.
• Follow up on sample development and ensure suppliers meet agreed timelines.
• Periodically evaluate supplier performance and suggest improvements.

4. Product Evaluation and Validation

• Technically evaluate received samples.
• Validate prototypes and solutions before final approval, ensuring compliance with technical, aesthetic and legal requirements.
• Propose technical improvements and alternative solutions whenever necessary.

5. Interdepartmental Integration

• Ensure continuous collaboration with the Commercial, Production, Design, Planning, Logistics and Quality departments.
• Translate commercial requirements into clear and complete internal technical specifications.
• Guarantee an effective flow of information throughout all stages of development.

6. Administrative and Operational Control

• Enter requests, sample orders and relevant data into NAV.
• Organise sample shipments to customers.
• Update internal databases and ensure the closure of completed processes.

7. Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes, working methods and technical communication.
• Identify opportunities for technical optimisation, cost reduction and operational efficiency.

Required skills:

Technical Skills:

• Solid knowledge of product development processes, technical specifications and documentation management.
• Ability to create, maintain and update technical sheets, product structures and development records in ERP systems, namely NAV.
• Understanding of materials, production processes and printing technologies; experience with digital, flexographic and offset printing, as well as colour management, is considered an advantage.
• Capacity to analyse technical feasibility, costs and margins, proposing alternative technical or sourcing solutions when necessary.
• Experience in supplier interaction, including sample requests, quotation analysis and lead-time management.
• Ability to technically evaluate and validate samples and prototypes, ensuring compliance with technical, aesthetic and applicable legal requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 tools (Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and internal documentation systems.
• Ability to support internal audit processes related to product development and documentation traceability.
• Capacity to handle sensitive technical data and product-related information with confidentiality and responsibility.

Behavioural and Organisational Competencies:

• Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to work in close alignment with the product development team and collaborate effectively with Commercial, Production, Logistics, Planning, Design and Quality departments.
• Clear, objective and audience-adapted communication skills, ensuring accurate translation of commercial requirements into internal technical specifications.
• Professional, ethical and committed attitude, demonstrating responsibility and reliability in all interactions, including internal and external project meetings.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Results-oriented mindset, focused on delivering innovative, competitive and high-quality product solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, enabling effective resolution of technical and operational issues.
• Proactivity and autonomy in managing development activities and improvement initiatives.
• Sense of responsibility and prioritisation, ensuring compliance with deadlines, quality standards and customer expectations.
• Flexibility and availability for occasional travel to clients and suppliers, supporting development activities and project follow-up.
• Ability to make operational decisions within the scope of product development management, ensuring alignment with customer needs and Empresa objectives.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English, both spoken and written (mandatory).
• Knowledge of additional languages is considered an advantage.

Education and Experience:

• Completion of secondary education or equivalent qualification is required.
• Higher education in Marketing, International Trade, Management, Textile Engineering or other relevant fields is considered an asset.
• At least three year of experience in product development functions is valued, preferably within the printing industry or garment trim sector.
• Experience on Color Management and different printing mode of digital, flexo and offset is an advantage.
• Experience in cross-functional environments and technical interaction with suppliers is highly valued.

Apply now!

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At Nilorn, we proudly commit to inclusive measures and fostering a discrimination-free environment.

Informação da Vaga:

• Empresa: Nilörn
• Cargo: Product Developer - Printing Specialist M/F/D
• Local de Trabalho: Valongo
• País: PT

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