At GO Outdoors we empower our Junior Product Developers to support the Hard Goods Product Development Team, ensuring that all products are fit for purpose, meet quality standards, and align with margin requirements.
Responsibilities
* Maintaining accurate product information across internal systems and folders, keeping the development team running smoothly.
* Communicating with suppliers on product queries, specifications and updates.
* Updating and organising specifications, costs, samples and documents.
* Developing an understanding of costings, margins and how product decisions impact commercial performance.
* Taking ownership of data accuracy within PLM and internal systems.
* Supporting sample tracking, AQLs and approvals.
* Working with buying, merchandising, web and marketing teams to communicate updates on product progress, specifications and photography.
* Reviewing and approving artwork and packaging prior to production.
* Learning about the construction methods and materials specific to outdoor products and hard goods.
* Supporting Product Developers with new product ideas, updates and improvements.
* Helping review samples and learning how products are constructed and tested.
* Getting involved in research, competitor reviews and product ideas.
* Gradually taking responsibility for small product tasks or projects as confidence grows.
* Supporting the team in maintaining and tracking the critical path to ensure deadlines are met.
* Supporting the management of testing, compliance and quality documents.
* Learning how products meet UK and EU safety standards.
* Supporting the team in spotting issues or areas for improvement.
* Working with Senior Developers to run the trial programme, collating feedback and comments from testers.
* Supporting improvements that make products more durable, better designed and better for the planet.
* Learning about materials, packaging and sustainability choices.
Qualifications
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
* Interest in products, design and how things are made.
* Happy in a support role but motivated to grow and develop.
* Positive, reliable and keen to be part of a successful team.
Desirable
* Experience with design software (Illustrator, Corel).
* Understanding of product testing and safety standards.
* Experience working with overseas suppliers.
* Strong interest in product development and the outdoor industry.
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