Product Developer - Accessories

Job Description

The Product Developer will have accountability and act as a main point of contact for the product area. You will lead Junior members of the team to deliver the Collection in line with the design brief whilst managing the targets and critical path.Client DetailsA great opportunity for a Product Developer - Jersey to join a contemporary & active apparel business in the Sheffield area. They are a Ecommerce & Wholesale company that have seen strong growth of the past 3 years. With offices in SouthYorkshire, London and LA. Due to this they are looking for a Product Developer on Jersey to join the product team.Description

• To Project Manager the entire development process for the ranges assigned through prototyping and the implementation of new designs, processes, components, materials and concepts into a manufacturable and marketable finished product.
• Ensure all suppliers understand and adhere to European / Global requirements of product development, and overall quality - covering samples, pre-production approvals, fabrics and trims, lab dip approvals, garment wear-testing, technical packs and size specifications.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with all vendors, mills, suppliers, the Development/ Production & Design teams.
• To support the fiscal needs of the business through successful negotiation of competitive FCAs, being mindful at all times of the gross margin targets to be achieved.
• To create and distribute technical packs for garment construction, including accessories and trims, fabrics, general construction for all ranges with suppliers and implement necessary changes where appropriate.
• Fit and construction approval on allocated ranges throughout all stages of the development process.
• Assessment and approval of all test reports.
• Responsible for the development and approval of all trims for the ranges allocated.
• Responsible for the data integrity of the Critical Path, WIPs etc.
• Pro-actively research and identify new materials, technologies, components, processes and concepts for ongoing improvement of our performance garments. This should be done through direct liaison with fabric and trim suppliers, attendance at key fabric fairs,and close liaison with the Development & Production and Design team.
• Work closely with the Product Development Manager and Apparel Developer to research and identify the most cost-effective source base for product developments.

Profile

• Team player.
• Highly organised, methodical and process-driven.
• Passion for delivering consistently high standards in all projects executed.
• The essential skills required for this role are excellent communication, administration, accuracy and numeracy skills and being well organised, highly enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Previous experience in any of the following fields is preferable: Garment technologist, Product Developer etc

Job Offer

• Employee Purchase Scheme with 50% off for employees.
• Friend and Family Purchase Scheme with 20% off.
• Access to Bupa Health insurance after 2 years.
• Fully Onsite role
• 25 days annual leave
• Close to transport links

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Keyskills :
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