Product Developer - Luxury Womenswear

Zoe Kratzmann; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary product every month

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Zoe Kratzmann is seeking a Product Developer to drive seasonal samples from concept to final production, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to brand standards. You will oversee fittings, quality control, tech packs, and BOMs, collaborating with offshore suppliers and the Design team to maintain premium craftsmanship and efficient critical paths.

This role requires strong Excel skills, experience across womenswear categories, and meticulous attention to detail, with opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a similar role in premium fashion.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction and fittings.
• Experience with tech packs, grading and offshore supplier coordination.

Responsibilities

• Generate creative ideas for new products and features that align with the brand’s aesthetic.
• Oversee development to ensure quality, sustainability and design brief compliance.
• Oversee fit and sampling process with consistent quality and brand standards.
• Track development progress, costs, and production challenges.
• Create technical packs and adjust garment specs through development.
• Maintain technical sketches and Bills of Materials.
• Coordinate with offshore suppliers and leadership for new product requirements.

Skills

Garment construction

Quality assurance

Fittings

Excel

Digital design tools

Technical packs

Supplier liaison

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Teritiary education in fashion design and/or pattern making

Tools

Tech packs

Grading software

Job description

Established in 2005 by Zoe Kratzmann, this namesake brand is an independent, Australian and premium fashion house driven by elevated, feminine and confident dressing solutions.

The zoe kratzmann ethos is anchored by a sense of ease, elegance and femininity. Effortless and contemporary style that is both minimalistic and unique, the zoe kratzmann DNA is underpinned by an unwavering commitment to service and standards.

The Role

The Product Developer is responsible for the execution and delivery of seasonal samples, ensuring each collection is delivered on time and to zoe kratzmann quality standards.

With extensive experience in garment construction, fittings, quality assurance, fabrication and production, you will contribute to executing incredible premium quality products across a wide variety of women’s apparel categories. The role reports to our Creative Director.

Position Overview

You will work within the Design team to transition from initial design concepts through to final production and throughout the production process. You will play a crucial role in supporting all stages including ideation, technical delivery and operational excellence.

You will specify and create technical packs, oversee the fitting process, coordinate quality control standards and implement fitting comments and measurement adjustments, ensuring all products meet the zoe kratzmann workmanship standards and critical path deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Generate creative ideas for new products, features and enhancements that align with the brand’s aesthetic and creative direction.
• Work within the team to oversee the development process to ensure all elements are executed in line with zoe kratzmann standard of quality, sustainability, and creative design brief.
• Oversee the fit and sampling process, ensuring consistency in quality and brand standards.
• Track and report on development progress, costs and potential production challenges.
• Create technical packs and adjust garment specs, considering technical pattern making throughout the development process.
• Develop, maintain and update technical sketches and Bill of Materials.
• Contribute to the production and QC process and maintain strong relationships with offshore suppliers.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to source new suppliers based on new product requirements.
• Contribute to ongoing quality, commercial and department improvements with a positive, continuous improvement mindset.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a similar role.
• Thorough understanding of garment construction is a must, ideally in a range of commercial and premium environments.
• Experience in womenswear is a must. Solid experience in women’s tailoring is desirable.
• Experience working across a variety of categories is essential.
• Tertiary education in fashion design and/or pattern making is desirable.
• Strong skills in Excel as well as digital techniques and programs.
• Experience in tech packs, garment spec & grading is essential.
• Strong communication skills with both international suppliers & internal departments.
• Strong organisational skills to adhere to critical path deadlines.
• Impeccable attention to detail and a dedication to excellence.

Working Hours and Benefits

We are open to Full time or Part time (4 days/week) hours on pro-rata basis.

A rare opportunity based on the Sunshine Coast.

Complimentary product every month.

A supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth.

We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.