Product Developer

Reiss Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Menswear Product Developer to oversee sample and product management in the Knitwear category. This role involves collaborating with various teams, negotiating with suppliers, and maintaining the critical path of the production process. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a good understanding of supply management. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and play a key role in the product development cycle. If you are organized, proactive, and ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company Pension

Generous Employee Discount

Company Bonus Scheme

Health & Wellbeing Perks

Qualifications

• Experience in buying is beneficial but not essential.
• Strong understanding of supply management and sample development.

Responsibilities

• Manage sample management and product management for Knitwear.
• Liaise with teams to ensure consistent information across departments.
• Negotiate costs and confirm production dates with suppliers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Understanding of Critical Path

Organizational Skills

Supply Management

Sample Development

Cost Management

Retail Experience

Job description

What’s the role about?

As our Menswear Product Developer, you will manage sample management and product management of our Knitwear category, taking ownership of the critical path of the production process. You will report to our Senior Product Developer, based in Picton Place, London.

Who you are

• Team player and able to work independently
• Experience in buying is beneficial but not essential
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• A good understanding of the critical path
• Organised and able to prioritise workload
• Understanding of supply management, sample development, and cost management
• Previous experience within retail head office

What you’ll be doing

• Liaise with Senior Product Developer on factory plans for the upcoming season
• Plan factory prototype sample requirements
• Ensure costings and fabric ratings are received from suppliers and negotiate where necessary
• Confirm production ex-factory dates with suppliers
• Add costs to buy sheets for approval
• Negotiate factory cost prices for approval
• Review and update the critical path daily
• Work with the Design team and factories on timely lab dip submissions and approvals
• Liaise with fabric and trim departments on ex-mill dates and trim availability dates
• Attend fit meetings to highlight and communicate problems to suppliers
• Liaise with Merchandising and Design teams to ensure all departments have consistent information

What we’ll do for you

• Provide a competitive salary
• Company pension
• Generous employee discount
• Company bonus scheme
• Health & wellbeing perks
• And much more

If you're interested in starting your journey at Reiss as our Menswear Product Developer, apply now!

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