Location: bolton
Type: Permanent
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 Per Annum
PRODUCT DEVELOPER - GLOBAL MENSWEAR BRAND
GREATER MANCHESTER
FULL TIME PERMANENT ROLE
Our client is one of the fastest growing online fashion brands in the UK and are now looking to recruit an experienced MENSWEAR PRODUCT DEVELOPER to join their dynamic team due to phenomenal global growth and expansion, the successful candidate will ideally have at least 2 years working in Product Development /Design in Menswear preferable from a sportswear Athleisure background and looking to now develop their career within a global brand.
· To manage the execution of styles from concept to launch.
· Attend and contribute at design direction meeting, bringing newness and creative ideas to the team.
· To stick to the critical path with the product team, to execute a well-balanced and commercial range plan. Ensure all timelines are met including tech packs and sample deadlines.
· Bring to market, world class, fit for purpose product, built and engineered to standards.
· Responsible for the day-to-day design and development operational tasks, to deliver the goals and objectives as set by the Head of Menswear – in line with the company vision.
· Independently plan and organise allocated workload. To ensure that all tech-packs are of the highest standard and can be accurately translated by the factory into the best quality 1st Proto’s.
· Co-ordinate daily communication with all suppliers.
· Obtain initial prices on receipt of first prototype samples & update the live sample tracker document with this information.
· Attend key style capitals for any fabric trade fairs and visit key stores and brands. To be aware of brand adjacencies and key trends.
· To interact frequently with the factories (& fabric mills) ideally through site visits or video meetings. Inspect key Health and Safety aspects of the supplier manual during factory visits.
· To prioritize sustainable fabrics, trims and packaging, where possible.
· Help to assess and appraise each factory on a regular basis and feed this back to Production Manager and Head of Menswear.
· Be confident that the current supply base is compliant and transparent.
· Provide creative & technical skills to ensure that all garments are fit for purpose.
· Collaborate with Head of Menswear on new fabric, trim and logo developments.
· Work closely with Creative Director, Chief Product Officer and Head of Menswear to deliver quality products, against target margins whilst maintaining Design aesthetics.
· Expertly create Tech Packs and BOM’s with high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
· Attend fit sessions and proto reviews
· Identify styles that require wear testing, and co-ordinate accordingly
· Maintain & update the sample tracker report- accuracy is critical.
KEY SKILLS
Collaborative, non-political approach
Hugely creative in menswear design.
Appropriate qualification in apparel sector or equivalent work experience
Substantial experience working in Product creation function
Experience working with global Activewear / Sportswear apparel brands
Excellent garment construction and engineering skills
Sound understanding of fabrics
Knowledge of pattern making an advantage but not essential
Demonstrate a pro-active approach to problem solving
Flexible and open to evolving business needs and priorities
Strong commercial awareness with an ability to identify risk and confidently provide solutions
Experience in a fast-paced environment
Extensive knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Excel, PowerPoint &Word
Ability to analyse Costing Bom’s and offer viable solutions and ideas
Hands on when required. Be prepared to assist at all levels
Experience in dealing with target prices & obtaining initial cost prices.
MUST HAVE
2-3 years Design & Development experience.
A passion for menswear design and the branded market.
A relevant degree.
Travelled to factories and key style capitals.
Excellent garment construction knowledge
MIGHT HAVE
Branded apparel experience.
Knowledge and passion for sustainability.
THE CANDIDATE
• Flexible and open to evolving business needs and priorities
• Own the role and make things happen.
• Strong commercial awareness with an ability to identify product risk and confidently provide solutions
• Experience in a fast-paced environment
• Love Product!
BENEFITS
·25 x days holiday per year
Company bonus scheme
Staff discount
Gym membership
FULL TIME PERM ROLE
OFFICE BASED