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Product Developer

Zachary Daniels
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Bradford, West Yorkshire BD7 3JG, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Product Developer / Designer in Menswear offers a salary of £40,000.
  • This role requires proven experience in product development and design, preferably with a well-established brand.
  • The Lead Product Developer & Designer will collaborate across teams to create innovative collections and influence best-sellers.
  • Key responsibilities include leading product development, managing tech packs, and building relationships with suppliers.
  • This opportunity allows for significant impact on product offerings and career growth within a national brand.

Product Developer / Designer | Menswear | Fashion | £40,000

This is an incredible opportunity to become the driving force behind product development and design for a well-known, national brand.As a Lead Product Developer & Designer, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of product offerings by collaborating across teams to create innovative, on-trend collections. This is a unique chance to not only lead the design and development process but also to influence the success of best-sellers and continuity blocks within the range.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead product development and design efforts
  • Working on research and trend to translate insights into newness and innovation.
  • Develop mood boards and concepts to inspire and guide new product lines.

  • Maximise the success of best-sellers and continuity blocks to maintain and build on strong selling lines.

  • Manage the creation of detailed tech packs, ensuring all specifications are accurate and clear for production.

  • Source and bring in the best samples, working closely with suppliers to ensure first-time-right quality and fit.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth development and production processes.

  • Identify gaps in the range and proactively look for new opportunities to expand and improve the product offering.

  • Manage and maintain critical paths to ensure timely delivery of products.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that products are developed in line with business goals and customer needs.

Skills and Experience:

  • Proven experience in product development and design, preferably with a well-established brand.

  • Strong knowledge of working with trend research, mood boards, comp shops and understanding the market's demands for newness.

  • Ability to develop detailed tech packs and work effectively with suppliers to get the best samples the first time.

  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal teams.

  • Proven experience identifying range gaps and spotting product opportunities to expand the offering.

  • Ability to manage and maintain critical paths, ensuring smooth and timely execution.

  • A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating innovative, high-quality products that resonate with the market.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the lead on exciting product development projects for a national brand. You'll have the chance to shape the direction of product design while working with an experienced and passionate team. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact and grow your career, we'd love to hear from you!

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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.