Athleisure Product Dev & Design Assistant

Thegymking; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Hybrid working

Free onsite parking

Health cash plan

Staff shop with discounted products

Cycle to Work

Annual staff party

Job summary

Thegymking is seeking a highly organized Product Development & Design admin Assistant to join our fast-paced athleisure team, working across Men’s and Women’s collections. You will support the design and product development process from initial concept through to final production, collaborating with Design, Garment Tech and Buying teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong eye for detail, an understanding of athleisure trends and fabrics, and the ability to balance creative direction with

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in fashion, sportswear, athleisure or product development.
• Understanding of the product development process from design through to production.
• Strong organisational and administration skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good understanding of garment construction, fabrics and trims.
• Experience creating technical drawings / CADs.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience communicating with overseas suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the design team with the development of Men’s and Women’s seasonal collections.
• Assist with development of colourways, fabrications, trims and branding.
• Create and update product specification packs and design documentation.
• Prepare artwork, technical drawings where required and product information for development.
• Support development of graphics, logos, prints, trims and branding applications.
• Maintain accurate product information throughout the development process.
• Assist with sample reviews, fittings and amendments.
• Record comments and ensure development changes are communicated clearly to suppliers.
• Attend sample reviews and fittings where required.
• Assist with checking samples against design specifications.
• Assist in identifying issues relating to branding, fabric, colour and finishing.
• Communicate amendments clearly to suppliers and internal teams.
• Track samples through the development process and ensure deadlines are met.
• Work closely with internal Design, Technical, and Buying teams.
• Communicate with overseas suppliers and factories regarding development requirements.
• Help manage critical path deadlines and sample submissions.
• Maintain organised development files and product records.
• Support the wider team with day-to-day product and design administration.

Skills

2 years fashion experience

Attention to detail

Adobe Illustrator

CAD drawings

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Team collaboration

Communication with suppliers

Education

Fashion or textile-related degree

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

CAD drawings

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Thegymking is seeking a highly organized Product Development & Design admin Assistant to join our fast-paced athleisure team, working across Men’s and Women’s collections. You will support the design and product development process from initial concept through to final production, collaborating with Design, Garment Tech and Buying teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong eye for detail, an understanding of athleisure trends and fabrics, and the ability to balance creative direction with