Junior Product Developer

JD Sports Fashion Plc; Bury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

JD Sports Fashion Plc is seeking a Product Developer to support the Senior Product Developer in developing Own Brand products. The role involves managing product samples, creating tech packs, and collaborating with suppliers. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and strong organizational skills, with a passion for sports fashion.

Benefits

Staff discounts on JD Group and other brands

Personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications/experience in Clothing Technology and Product Development.
• JD retail experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Issue packs/comments and communicate with suppliers.
• Create Care Label Templates and manage specific ranges.
• Assist in creating tech packs and costings on the PLM system.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in Clothing Technology

Tools

Illustrator

Job description

JD Sports - Head Office, Warwick House, Bury, Bury, United Kingdom Req #1570

16 May 2025

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors, and Gyms with colleagues working across various retail fascias in many markets worldwide.

JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996, has been a FTSE100 company since 2019, and continues to expand both in the UK and internationally.

Our goal is to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To achieve this, we seek individuals who are committed to our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative, and customer-focused organization, emphasizing operational excellence and exploring new growth areas.

Role Overview:

The purpose of this role is to support the Senior Product Developer & Product Developer in developing JD's Own Brand products. The candidate will handle specific responsibilities under supervision, possessing relevant qualifications and some experience, with a passion for our products.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Issue packs/comments and communicate with suppliers throughout the process.
2. Set up basic size charts, maintain, and update the block library.
3. Create basic BOMs.
4. Complete test report approvals and ITS online processes, follow up with suppliers, and manage approvals.
5. Understand and assist in creating test matrices.
6. Create Care Label Templates.
7. Monitor critical paths.
8. Analyze sales data.
9. Manage specific ranges under guidance.
10. Handle incoming/outgoing samples efficiently, ensuring proper documentation.
11. Assist in creating tech packs and costings on the PLM system.
12. Approve lab-dips and strike-offs, referring issues to relevant teams.
13. Participate in fit sessions and record comments in the PLM system.
14. Measure samples and record comments.
15. Maintain the critical path on the PLM system, follow up with suppliers, and report issues.
16. Assist with costing, negotiations, and order raising on the PLM system.

Skills/Experience/Knowledge needed:

1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
2. JD retail experience is highly desirable.
3. Basic knowledge of Illustrator is an advantage.
4. Strong organizational and communication skills.
5. Relevant degree or equivalent qualifications/experience in Clothing Technology and Product Development.

We value our colleagues' efforts in making JD Sports successful. Benefits include staff discounts on JD Group and other brands, as well as personal development opportunities.

Location: JD Sports - Head Office, Warwick House, Bury, Bury, United Kingdom