Product Developer

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Junior Product Developer in Leeds. The role involves sourcing and managing products, working closely with sales teams, and ensuring high-quality garment production. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of fabrics and garment construction as well as negotiation and analytical skills. This is a full-time position, aimed at individuals with a creative flair and a strong commercial eye.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of garments, fabrics, and factory capabilities.
• Creative flair and commercial eye necessary.
• Strong organizational and presentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Source and manage a commercial range of products.
• Manage product development process and bulk orders.
• Analyze performance and predict trends.

Skills

Knowledge of garments, fabrics, constructions, and factory capabilities

Creative flair with a commercial eye

Ability to meet deadlines and manage tasks reactively

Strong presentation skills

Organizational skills to manage the product development process

Team player with good relationships skills

Numerate, supporting margin calculations and costings

Negotiation skills for supplier price agreements

Understanding of the clothing industry and trading environments

Strategic thinking and trend awareness, especially in menswear

Job description

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Product Developer, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: Zachary Daniels

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 04.08.2025

Expiry Date: 18.09.2025

Job Description:

Product Developer - Off-Price | Full-Time | Leeds

Purpose of the Product Developer role:

As a Junior Product Developer, you will play a vital role within our Product team. You will source and manage a commercial range of products, working with sales to achieve budgets/margins within the agreed wholesale and retail price architecture. You will manage ranges and customer orders under the guidance and training of your manager.

• Plan, design (where applicable), and source a commercial range of products within a structured supplier base for our wholesale markets.
• Present your ranges and projects to senior management and the sales team ahead of customer meetings.
• Manage the product development process and bulk orders to an agreed critical path.
• Work closely with QA and design to ensure the best garment fit and product quality.
• Create seasonal product boards and CAD booklets for launches and projects.
• Negotiate with suppliers and maintain good relationships.
• Understand customer needs to maximize profits and provide a commercially viable range.
• Develop products and stock proposals based on customer briefs to secure new orders.
• Increase sales and profit by staying competitive and innovative.
• Source and develop new suppliers in line with company strategy.
• Liaise with suppliers and chair meetings.

Trade and Planning:

• Manage the critical path to ensure timely delivery.
• Work with merchandisers to fulfill customer orders.
• Analyze performance, predict trends, and monitor competitors.
• Oversee web photography for RRP and sales shoots.
• Support customer projects and initiatives to drive sales.

Knowledge & Skills required:

• Knowledge of garments, fabrics, constructions, and factory capabilities.
• Creative flair with a commercial eye.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage tasks reactively.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Organizational skills to manage the product development process.
• Team player with good relationships skills.
• Numerate, supporting margin calculations and costings.
• Negotiation skills for supplier price agreements.
• Understanding of the clothing industry and trading environments.
• Strategic thinking and trend awareness, especially in menswear.