Junior Product Developer

ALLSAINTS Retail Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at an innovative fashion brand as a Junior Product Developer! This exciting role is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about sustainable fashion. You will play a crucial part in the product development process, collaborating closely with designers and suppliers to ensure the best materials are sourced and managed efficiently. Your organizational skills will shine as you help maintain sample management and support the team in achieving their vision. If you're eager to learn and contribute to a forward-thinking brand, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Generous wardrobe allowance

Employee discount

25 days holiday

Bank holidays and volunteering days off

Access to dental cash plan

Free virtual GP appointments

Life assurance cover

Discounted gym membership

Enhanced family leave benefits

Dedicated mental health support

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in Product Development preferred.
• Strong organisational skills and structured approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Support PD Team with organisation tasks and sample management.
• Liaise with suppliers and track fabric and sample information.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Team Player

Initiative

Growth Mindset

Education

Experience in Product Development

Tools

PIM System

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

London, England, United Kingdom , Permanent

We're a global brand made up of a very diverse mix of talented people in a huge variety of roles. Our products are designed in house and made by a small number of suppliers and artisans around the world to sustainable standards.

We are a brand embarking on a very exciting plan and we are seeking new members of the team who want to contribute to this.

The role

AllSaints are looking for a Junior Product Developer to join our team who must be agile, organised, and able to respond to varied tasks.

You will be working within the design department (on the Product Development team), which is the epicentre of our DNA and influences every part of our brand. We play a key role in setting the tone and direction of the brand visually, commercially and ensure that our customers receive the product they desire. You will report to the Senior Product Developer on the Softs team.

What will I be doing?

• Support the PD Team with a variety of organisation oriented tasks. This will mostly be within the soft wovens team, but will also at times extend to other members of PD and/or design team.
• Work with the designers to send out ‘fabric wish lists’ at the start of each season enabling design to source/select relevant and sustainable fabric bases according to ESG targets, supporting Allsaint's sustainable vision.
• Assist with tracking and receiving sampling fabric, trims and samples prior to the specific meetings so that all the relevant samples are able to be presented correctly.
• Log and distribute samples to the relevant departments.
• Organisation and filing. Ensuring that work spaces are kept tidy and organised and that fabrics/samples are filed in systems that make them accessible and easy to locate.
• Managing & liaising daily with suppliers across the Far East & India to ensure all style information from fabrics through to cost are updated daily in shared working documents, enabling accurate information to be declared on a regular basis within the business.
• Online organisation of sample management so that style information is meticulously updated and uploaded into a central (PIM) system ensuring all departments within the company have available and up to date information.
• Assist with the co-ordination of bulk approvals and support Senior Product Developer where needed.
• Keeping up to date with emails and taking detailed notes in a variety of meetings throughout the development process.
• Occasional collecting of post for the team and sending out swatches/samples etc in a timely manner assisting in the development process.
• Must work well across teams - supporting many aspects of the day to day running of PD & design teams and being ready to help out where needed.
• Engage with the technical team to track and understand the fit-related issues that impact the critical path. Participate in fit meetings with the tech team where CP allows.
• Work with buying teams to help manage OTB with senior PD, in season add ins/exclusive partnerships and wholesale additions where required.
• Preparing, logging samples and strike offs for reviews and events. Ensure the showroom is kept organised and updated as samples arrive.
• Action sampling and counter sampling with existing supplier base in order to achieve the best sustainable product, with the best margin and shortest lead time.
• Supporting events/shows/reviews and photo shoots. This includes dressing models, organising and transporting samples etc.

What skills do I need?

• Preferably a minimum of one year experience on a Product Development team.
• Great organisational and time management skills.
• Have a structured way of working and good at taking initiative.
• Be a good team player with great communication skills.
• Be curious to learn and have a growth mindset.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word etc.

About the location

Based in our East London Studios in vibrant Shoreditch with perks and benefits offered from local businesses including discounts on food, shopping and health & beauty. Studio Location. Approximately a 10 minute walk from Liverpool Street Station and a 5 minute walk from Shoreditch High Street.

What we stand for

The Customer is the Boss We work as one proud team to get the best for our customers.

One Team We are joined up and encourage others to share their ideas.

We Do What We Say We Will We know our goals, and we work with clear outcomes in mind.

We Are Responsible We are self aware, understand the impact we have on others and are positive about the future.

• A generous wardrobe allowance so that you can wear our beautiful clothes to work each day.
• We are a disability committed certified employer.
• Employee discount for you to spend with family and friends.
• 25 days holiday increasing to 28 days after 2 years continuous service.
• Bank holidays, birthdays and volunteering days off.
• Access to dental cash plan & free virtual GP appointments through Aviva.
• UNUM employee assistance helpline.
• Life assurance cover.
• Access to discounted gym membership and corporate discounts.
• Hybrid working in our historic East London studios, working hours are 9-5.30pm.
• Free, confidential, wellbeing and lifestyle support with Retail Trust.
• Enhanced family leave benefits (neonatal, fertility, maternity, paternity, adoption, menopause).
• Health days for you to use either for physical or mental wellness.
• Dedicated mental health support from our mental health first aiders.
• Eye care vouchers, season ticket loans and much more!

#WeAreAllSaints

Our aim is to develop truly diverse teams and create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and able to give of their best whilst contributing to the success of our brand.

We recognise the importance and strength of diversity and commit to providing equal opportunities to everyone in our employment and recruitment processes. We safeguard against any form of discrimination irrespective of gender, gender reassignment, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status or age.

Even if you feel you don’t tick all the boxes, we’d still very much like to hear from you. We want you to know that finding people who have a passion for our brand and are open to learning is incredibly important to us.

If you need any support or adjustments during your application, please get in touch with us and we are happy to help.