Knitwear Product Developer

Four Seasons; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in luxury womenswear is seeking a skilled Knit Product Developer to enhance their sustainable fashion line. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing high-quality yarns, collaborating with suppliers, and ensuring the integrity of the knitwear production process. Your expertise will guide the creative direction, from developing mood boards to managing logistics for timely deliveries. If you possess a passion for knitwear and a keen eye for detail, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a brand that values craftsmanship and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Excellent technical knowledge of knitwear and yarns.
• Experience with UK and Italian mills is essential.

Responsibilities

• Source yarns and liaise with mills for upcoming seasons.
• Work on mood boards and concepts for knit shapes.

Skills

Knitwear Manufacturing

Yarn Sourcing

Adobe Creative Suite

Excel

Communication Skills

Job description

Four Seasons Recruitment is partnered with a beautiful luxury, sustainable womenswear brand that specializes in feminine garments.

This brand is looking for an experienced Knit Product Developer to join the team, reporting directly to the Creative Director/Founder.

About the Role:

1. Source yarns for the upcoming season, liaise with mills, request yarn cards/feelers, and gather all yarn information.
2. Work on mood boards and concepts for knit shapes and stitches that embody the brand's key values and handwriting.
3. Liaise closely with yarn and knitwear suppliers throughout the season.
4. Ensure all knitwear swatches, colour cards, and seasonal information are archived.
5. Issue stock orders and manage the logistics of the delivery.
6. Work closely with key suppliers on tech packs and sample management.
7. Present yarn selection to the Creative Director and follow up on choices with colour cards, test cones, swatching, etc.
8. Manage lab dip requirements, development, raw stock, and sample yarn orders to ensure timely deliveries.

About You:

1. Excellent technical knowledge of knitwear, yarns, and knitwear manufacturing.
2. Experience working with mills in the UK and Italy is essential.
3. Previous experience working in a luxury womenswear brand is essential.
4. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Excel.
5. Pro-active, hardworking, and a good communicator.