Menswear PD Lead: Innovation & Sustainability

REISS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Greater London is looking for a highly experienced Product Development Manager for their Menswear department. This pivotal role involves supporting the Head of Product Development and collaborating with various teams to ensure smooth product development and sourcing. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in sourcing, garment construction, and cost management while being a great team leader passionate about innovation and sustainability. The role offers a competitive salary, company bonus, extensive employee discounts, and various workplace benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

Up to 65% employee discount

Access to exclusive sample sales

DigiCare+ wellbeing services

Health support plan

Workplace pension contributions

Enhanced parental leave policies

Electric Vehicle scheme

Cycle to Work programme

Season ticket travel loan

Qualifications

• Experienced in product development with strong sourcing and cost management skills.
• Ability to drive intake margins while maintaining design integrity.
• Proactive and organized with the ability to manage multiple product categories.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Product Development to deliver seasonal sourcing strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers to drive quality and innovation.
• Manage product costings and ensure pricing aligns with business targets.
• Lead supplier selection and negotiate cost prices.

Skills

Sourcing expertise

Garment construction knowledge

Cost management

Supplier negotiation

Relationship management

Team leadership

Product innovation

Sustainability focus

Job description

A leading fashion retailer in Greater London is looking for a highly experienced Product Development Manager for their Menswear department. This pivotal role involves supporting the Head of Product Development and collaborating with various teams to ensure smooth product development and sourcing. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in sourcing, garment construction, and cost management while being a great team leader passionate about innovation and sustainability. The role offers a competitive salary, company bonus, extensive employee discounts, and various workplace benefits.