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Product Developer

Reed
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Salary

£25,500 - £30,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • Join a dynamic team in Birmingham City Centre as a Junior Product Developer with an annual salary ranging from £25,500 to £30,000, depending on experience.
  • This full-time, office-based role is suitable for candidates with a background in fashion, whether they are experienced professionals or recent graduates eager to learn.
  • Key responsibilities include managing tech packs, overseeing the sampling critical path, and coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely production deadlines are met.
  • The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a keen attention to detail, with previous experience being a plus but not essential.
  • Applicants are encouraged to submit their CV and cover letter to express their interest in this opportunity for professional growth and training in product development.
Product Developer
  • Location: Birmingham City Centre
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Annual Salary: £25,500 - £30,000 (dependent on experience) 
  • 100 office-based role

Join my client's dynamic team as a Junior Product Developer, where you will play a crucial role in the development and merchandising of fashion products. This position is ideal for candidates with a background in fashion, whether experienced or recent graduates ready to be trained.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Allocate tech packs to factories for sampling and clarify any queries in conjunction with the Design team.
  • Follow up and chase samples to meet deadlines for selection meetings.
  • Manage and update sample files and rails categorised by supplier.
  • Oversee the sampling critical path for each supplier, ensuring timely progress.
  • Create new style specs and grade across various sizes for different territories.
  • Approve fit samples and provide feedback on Protos, PPS, and PS to suppliers.
  • Update the critical path with new purchase orders confirmed.
  • Monitor and manage the critical path to ensure critical dates are met for production to achieve delivery dates.
  • Conduct weekly critical path meetings with suppliers to discuss any issues.
  • Coordinate with Operations on packaging and shipping requirements.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Open to experienced candidates or recent graduates in fashion design or fashion buying.
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with suppliers and internal teams.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Previous experience in a similar role is desired but not essential  
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and training in product development and merchandising.
  • Dynamic and supportive work environment.
  • Working with some of the biggest brands in the world!

To apply for the Junior Product Developer position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.