Job Description
Our client, an international sportswear brand, is looking for an experienced Apparel Product Developer for a Full Time, permanent role based in Watford.
Role & Responsibilities:
1. Develop & coordinate assigned collections in cooperation with Designers, internal teams and suppliers.
2. Coordinating the whole development process between the internal team and the factories, from tech packs handover till production shipment.
3. Day to day factory liaison to guarantee a smooth transition of information.
4. Assisting in fit sessions for inline collections, SMUs and Special projects upon request.
5. Coordinate and monitor all activities regarding development, approval and communication of all fabric, trimming and accessory suppliers.
6. Giving clear instructions to the factories and ensure the samples are made to the correct specifications and in time based on given deadlines.
7. Responsible for creating measurements charts, measuring garments, organizing fitting session and providing fitting comments to the suppliers from proto stage till production orders.
8. Responsible for preparation, maintenance and follow up of all work documents (e.g. tech pack, workbooks, measurements chart, fabric and trim selection, fitting and sealing comments, etc.).
9. Responsible for cost review and negotiation to meet target FOB ...