Product Developer

Fuze HR; Quebec; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Product Development Specialist located in Quebec to oversee technical specifications, support design efforts, and ensure quality standards in apparel development. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Fashion Design and 2-3 years of experience, with proficiency in tools like Adobe Illustrator and Yunique PLM. Strong organizational skills and fluency in English are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in apparel product development.
• Understanding of fit and pattern-making processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage complete technical specification packages.
• Use Yunique PLM to input and update product data.
• Review and measure fit samples, providing feedback to suppliers.
• Lead fit sessions with the design team and document revisions.
• Communicate construction issues and follow up with vendors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Fluency in English

Education

Degree or diploma in Fashion Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Excel

Yunique PLM

Job description

Job Title: Product Development Specialist

Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Responsibilities

• Technical Development
  • Prepare and manage complete technical specification packages, including accurate illustrations, garment construction details, and measurement specs.
  • Use Yunique PLM to input and update product data.
  • Review and measure fit samples, providing clear and timely feedback to suppliers.
  • Lead fit sessions with the design team and document revisions.
  • Communicate construction issues and follow up on resolutions with vendors.
  • Ensure adherence to established fit and quality standards.
  • Track new style numbers and manage all sample logistics.
  • Support with product charts, photography prep, and packaging / shipping as needed.
• Design Support
  • Maintain and update digital line sheets.
  • Create detailed technical drawings using Adobe Illustrator.
  • Review and comment on fabric swatches, strike-offs, and other development materials.
  • Develop and size artwork specs for prints, embroidery, and knitwear.
  • Assist with recolouring prints and managing digital colour files.
  • Build and update BOMs (Bill of Materials) and colour chips in PLM.
  • Create Excel-based tracking tools to monitor vendor development.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Fashion Design or related field.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in apparel product development.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Excel; PLM knowledge is an asset.
• Understanding of fit and pattern-making processes.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.