Production and Product Development Assistant (Jewellery, Home, Bags)
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Production and Product Development Assistant (Jewellery, Home, Bags)
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The Production and Product Development Assistant will support the design and production teams by helping manage the development of new products, coordinating sampling and manufacturing processes, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
This is a varied role that requires strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities
Product Development Support:
* Assist in researching customer needs and supporting the generation of new product ideas.
* Support the sourcing of materials, components, packaging, and suppliers.
* Help create and maintain detailed product specifications and sample feedback documentation.
Sample Management:
* Assist in managing jewellery and homeware samples with suppliers and internal teams.
* Help collate and provide feedback on samples in a timely and structured manner.
* Work with manufacturers, and suppliers to ensure smooth and timely product development, and bulk production.
Production Support:
* Help to manage production timelines, monitor quality control, and assist with the launch of new products.
* Track and manage inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods.
* Create and update product specifications
* Create and manage products on zedonk keeping them up to date ensuring the bill of materials and costs remain accurate.
Organise trials and testing:
* Assist with product testing, including co-ordinating with third party testing and wear testing.
Packaging Inventory Management & Development:
* Manage packaging stock and assist in developing new packaging.
Quality Control:
* Inspect shipments for quality.
* Cross-check purchase orders and invoices and resolve any discrepancies.
* Oversee the repairs process and maintain accurate records of repaired items.
Shipping & Logistics Support:
* Track shipments, liaise with suppliers, and resolve delays
* Coordinate raw material and finished goods shipments.
* Ensure cost-effective logistics solutions.
* Book incoming and outgoing shipments into Zedonk
Skills and Qualifications
Knowledge of product development processes:
* Understanding the different stages of product development, from concept to launch.
* Knowledge of materials used in jewellery and homeware (metals, ceramics, wood, glass, etc).
* Proficiency in adobe indesign/illustrator/photoshop
* Proficiency in CAD, Rhino (or similar program) is preferred but not essential
* Familiarity with Zedonk is preferred but not essential
Strong organisational and communication skills:
* Essential for managing multiple tasks, coordinating with different teams, and communicating effectively with suppliers.
Problem-solving skills:
* Needed to address challenges that arise during the product development and production process.
* Important for ensuring accuracy in product specifications, documentation, and quality control.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
* Industries
Apparel & Fashion
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