Product Developer

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Product Developer for a growing online retailer in Leeds. This role involves collaborating with suppliers, ensuring high-quality standards in apparel development, and managing the production process. The ideal candidate will have a passion for garment construction, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multitask effectively. Join a forward-thinking company that values quality and innovation, and enjoy perks like free parking and progression opportunities. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the fashion industry, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Free Parking

Progression Opportunities

Early Finish on a Friday

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of apparel garment construction and development.
• Experience with offshore suppliers and critical path management.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with suppliers and advising on fit, costings, and quality control.
• Producing technical flats and size guides for the website.

Skills

Apparel Garment Construction

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Quality Control

Attention to Detail

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Free Parking ; Close to transport links
• Early Finish on a Friday

About Our Client

A great opportunity for a Product Developer to join a growing online retailer & B2B business in the Leeds area. They provide high quality apparel to their customers. Due to growth they are seeking another Product Developer to join the business.

Job Description

• Liaising with UK based and offshore suppliers-factories.
• Advising on fit, costings, size charts, quality control, fabrics, and grading.
• Organising red and gold seals from initial design stage of samples.
• Quality control of embroidery of logos as well as colour matching and dye to match threads.
• Attending weekly meetings with other departments including, merchandisers, buyers, school relation team and customer services.
• Completing weekly fit sessions of new products and correct QA forms advising on improvements.
• Forming close relationships with suppliers with factory visits, online and in person meetings
• Producing technical flats (CADs) on adobe illustrator.
• Producing size guides to add to the website, as well as quality checking bulk orders and organising samples for bulk production.

The Successful Applicant

• In-depth knowledge of apparel garment construction and the development process.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Capacity to multi-task and prioritize accordingly.
• Team Player
• Highly organised, methodical and process-driven.
• Passion for delivering consistently high standards in all projects executed.
• Must have experience dealing with offshore suppliers/manufacturers and a solid understanding of a critical path.
• Attention to detail.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

What's on Offer

Free Parking

Progression Opportunities

Early finish on a Friday



Product Developer

Product Developer