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

EXPERIENCE 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