Bridal and Couture Product Developer

Vivienne Westwood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An iconic British fashion brand is seeking a proactive Product Developer for its Bridal & Couture department. This role offers the chance to work closely on innovative designs and iconic styles, ensuring quality and sustainability in fabric sourcing and production. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, managing product development from concept to execution while maintaining a focus on detail and organization. Join a team that values creativity and environmental responsibility, and take your career to the next level in a dynamic and supportive workplace.

Benefits

Staff Discounts

Training

Health & Wellbeing Support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Generous Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of product development experience, preferably in bridal or occasion wear.
• Strong understanding of fabrics and manufacturing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate raw materials for Bridal Collections and special projects.
• Compile technical sheets, BOMs, and manage fabric orders and costs.

Skills

Product Development

Fabrics and Manufacturing Techniques

Technical Sheets and BOMs

SAP

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Education

5+ years in Product Development

Experience in Hi-End Designer Organization

Tools

PLMflex

SAP

Job description

Vivienne Westwood is one of the most iconic British fashion brands, renowned for its heritage, innovative design, and commitment to culture and activism. We care deeply about our people and the environment, and our core values — Gaia, Quality not Quantity, Activism, Culture & Heritage — guide us daily. If you share our passion for creativity, sustainability, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

About The Role

Vivienne Westwood Ltd is currently looking for a Product Developer to join our Bridal & Couture department. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Bridal Collection Manger and the Product Senior Manager and will join a tight knit team based in the headquarters in Battersea, home of our renowned atelier.

This is a great opportunity for a proactive Product Developer to implement their skills and further grow their experience working closely on iconic Vivienne Westwood styles. The new team member will be responsible for the PD and coordination of raw materials for the Bridal Collections as well as ad hoc special projects.

KEY REPSONSIBILITIES

The main responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Product and Collection Development of the Bridal MTO and Special Projects
• Compiling technical sheets and BOMs. Inserting product data in PLMflex and SAP.
• Fabrics, trims, hardware research, and working with suppliers on custom fabrics developments. Able to liaise with suppliers about quality, sustainable options and certifications, best prices, MOQ and delivery timeframes.
• Monitoring consumptions, ordering fabrics and components accordingly.
• Recording costings and creating costing sheets.
• Assisting during sampling and production fittings.
• Liaise with Head Pattern Cutter to ensure garments are fit for production and all relevant data is recorded ensuring complete detail and accuracy.
• Dealing with manufacturers during sampling phases.
• Inspections and cataloguing of fabrics and components upon arrival.
• Supporting with the design of the seasonal selling books, liaising with the Graphics Department as well as the creation of fabric books for each collection.
• Able to promptly address and solve any technical and quality issues arising during production or with any fabrics.
• Lease with our Milan office for the purchasing of fabrics, trims, and accessories. Logging all orders and fabric/trims details into SAP and Fabrics Master Chart.
• Manage shipping documents (through logistic dept), track deliveries and log relative data into Fabric Master Chart/SAP.
• Chasing PO’s creation from accounts and issue to suppliers and log relative data into Fabric Master Chart.
• Coordinating and chasing invoice payments for suppliers.
• Monitoring stock levels in house and sample rooms.
• Handle fabric swatches requests from the stores.
• Upkeep and labelling of the fabrics on studio shelves.
• Prepare seasonal fabric books and create and update seasonal developments chart.
• Order studio/production packaging supplies (garment bags, hangers, swing tags, tissue paper). Log in all data into the Packaging Master Chart/SAP.
• Any other ad hoc tasks required.
  
  
  

(Please note this is not an exhaustive list of duties and you may be required to perform additional duties to fulfil the requirements of the role)

Profile & Key Skills

• Previous experience within a hi-end designer organization. Previous experience within the bridal and occasion wear sector is preferred but not essential.
• At least 5 years of product development background.
• Understanding of fabrics and manufacturing techniques.
• Understanding of pattern development.
• Proficient in computer skills
• Excellent organization skills.
• Flexible and proactive team-player attitude.
• Attention to details.
• Multitasking and able to maintain focus and calm under pressure.
  
  
  

Benefits

• Staff discounts
• Training
• Health & Wellbeing support (includes Private Medical Health Insurance, EAP, Gym Discounts, Access to Financial Planning Service, etc.)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Pension Scheme
• Opportunity to develop new skills and progress in your career
• Opportunity to work for a company that cares and believes in its people and the environment
  
  
  

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we recommend applying early to avoid missing out.

Vivienne Westwood is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by local government laws. For our privacy statement please visit this link