Assistant Product Developer

Open Positions @ Tilley; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in travel and adventure apparel is looking for an Assistant Product Developer in Toronto. This role involves supporting product development through item creation, technical sketching, and managing production timelines, with a focus on contemporary and innovative designs. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Fashion Design, a keen eye for detail, and be proficient in relevant software tools.

Benefits

Health and Dental Care

Paid Vacation

Employee discount on merchandise

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for item creation and tech pack initiation.
• Manage sample timelines and update production bills of materials.
• Conduct trend and style research to support development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem-solving

Initiative

Education

Diploma or Degree in Fashion Design or Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Tilley Endurables is an iconic Canadian brand known for travel and adventure hats and apparel with enduring quality and functionality. As an already internationally known hat brand we are embarking on our next phase of growth re-invigorating the brand and expanding into more apparel and non-apparel categories. Our product team is passionate to apply their depth of product experience with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a team for industry experts who are passionate about outdoor adventure.

The Assistant Product Developer is responsible for item creation initiating tech pack with tech sketches fabric construction details and BOM. This role supports the product development team on a daily reporting to the Director of Design and Product Development.

Role and Responsibilities

Follow up on sample timelines and execution under the direction of the PD Head for your category.

New style creation and setup in our system ensure data accuracy including style numbers and fabrication etc.

Technical design sketching trend and style research as required to support the team.

Create and update style information in our style tracker and WIP progress documents from the start of the season through to final receipt of bulk production.

Organize and file submissions for lap dip trim and fabric approvals

Organize and tag all sample submissions

Update and finalize the production Bill of Materials

Knowledge of fabrications construction fit and trim.

Manage ad hoc reporting and miscellaneous projects as required

Responsible for inbound and outbound packages. Shipping and receiving duties are a daily function.

Complete style feature information and onboarding of styles in your category.

Passionate about being on the pulse of industry trends to create innovative premium travel and adventure apparel.

Creating concept and design presentations are required.

Qualifications

Diploma or Degree in Fashion Design or Communications

Strong attention to detail and proficient at multi-tasking

Proficient in all programs in Microsoft Office

Proficient in all programs in Adobe Creative Suite

Tech-savvy with a strong ability to learn new systems

Strong verbal and written communication skills ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form. Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.

POSITIVE ATTITUDE

Is helpful and supportive of team members. Will volunteer to help where needed. Is punctual and energetic about the product and the business.

INITIATIVE

Initiates the action required to get the job done without being told or reminded. Asks potential solutions when presenting a problem.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Health and Dental Care
• Paid Vacation
• Employee discount on merchandise
• Toronto Downtown (1 Niagara Street)
• Monday to Friday
• On-site role

We thank all the applicants for their interest. However only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews by the hiring team.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Key Skills

Access Control System,ABAP,Information Security,Art And Craft,Chemical,Broadcast

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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