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 straightforward

📌 Component Developer - Footwear, Bags & Belts (India)
🏢 H&M
📍 India