Product Developer

REGATTA; Urmston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outdoor apparel company in the UK is seeking a Product Developer to oversee the development and production of Dare2b ranges. You will ensure sample quality, collaborate with designers and factories, and maintain standards across products. Ideal candidates will have at least four years of experience in product development, a strong knowledge of garment fitting, and a passion for sustainability and ethical practices.

Benefits

Profit Share Bonus

Future-Proof Pension

25 days annual leave

Loyalty Rewards

Buy More Leave

Continual Development

Exclusive Discounts

Volunteer Day

Hassle-Free Parking

Delicious Dining

Cycle to Work

Fitness Perks

Convenient facilities

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years experience in product development or garment technology.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality merchandise.
• Good knowledge of garment fitting, grading, and construction.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to ensure sample quality meets design specifications.
• Maintain standards for quality across product ranges.
• Liaise with factories for new technologies and solutions.

Skills

Experience in product development

Knowledge of garment fitting and construction

Collaboration with designers

Understanding of fabric testing

Monitoring production quality

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Product Developer to take ownership of specific Dare2b ranges from development through to bulk production. You’ll ensure all samples and orders meet our quality and fit standards, align with the corporate calendar, and are delivered on time.

Impact you will have in this role

Product Development

• Collaborate with Xiamen team and Designers to ensure samples meet design specs, measurements, and fit requirements.
• Create detailed specifications considering quality, cost, and bulk production feasibility.
• Liaise with factories and designers to trial new technologies and constructions, offering solutions where needed.
• Maintain standardised fits and patterns, ensuring consistent quality across ranges.
• Stay informed on new fabrics and trims, understanding application and function.
• Conduct shop visits to review construction and quality, suggesting improvements.
• Ensure 100% accurate specifications using Illustrator and PLM systems.
• Build strong relationships with designers to deliver accurate specs and high‑quality development samples.

Salesmen Samples

• Prepare PLM trim pages and specifications post‑design sign‑off.
• Verify fabric details for timely ordering and production.
• Support the PD team to ensure salesman samples meet design, fit, and quality standards.

Bulk Production

• Maintain accurate launch documents and handovers to QC teams.
• Monitor fit issues, liaising with QC to resolve before production.
• Work with QC to ensure Grade 1‑2 production quality and correct any Grade 3 or below.
• Keep safety and compliance files up to date (Product and Kids Safety standards).
• Investigate and resolve quality or fit complaints, ensuring continual improvement.
• Support testing and fit requirements for new international markets.

Other Responsibilities

• Adhere to Health & Safety and product safety procedures.
• Support ethical trading and sustainability initiatives with the Buying Director.
• Act as Compliance Lead, ensuring up‑to‑date regulatory standards.
• Continuously review and improve processes, embracing new ideas and ways of working.
• Carry out additional duties as requested by management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years experience.
• Good knowledge and experience of fitting a wide range of garments/products.
• Knowledge of grading and garment construction.
• Experience of working with designers and understanding design needs.
• Proven track record within product development and/or garment technology environment.
• Experience of delivering excellent quality merchandise from offshore supplier base.
• An understanding of testing fabrics and trims, with the ability to interpret the results.

Benefits

• Profit Share Bonus: Enjoy a discretionary bonus based on the company’s success.
• Future‑Proof Pension: Secure your retirement with our comprehensive pension plan.
• Annual Leave: 25 days starting annual leave entitlement.
• Loyalty Rewards: Earn an extra day off for every 3 years of service, up to 2 additional days.
• Buy More Leave: Buy up to an additional 3 days of annual leave every year.
• Continual Development: Comprehensive training and development, including bitesize learning, apprenticeship courses, and ongoing opportunities to grow your career.
• Exclusive Discounts: Get special discounts across all our brands.
• Perks at Your Fingertips: Access a variety of benefits through our company website.
• Family Support: Benefit from enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave after 2 years of service.
• Celebrate You: Take advantage of birthday hours to celebrate your special day.
• Wellness Walks: Join company walks to stay active and connect with colleagues.
• Inspiring Workspace: Work in a state‑of‑the‑art Head Office environment.
• Volunteer Day: Enjoy a paid day off to give back to your community.
• Hassle‑Free Parking: Free, secure on‑site parking for all employees.
• Delicious Dining: Enjoy meals at our subsidised canteen, featuring Starbucks coffee.
• Cycle to Work: Save on travel with our cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Fitness Perks: Access discounted gym memberships at various locations.
• Convenient Facilities: Freshen up with our on‑site shower facilities, complete with hairdryers and straighteners.

Our Regatta Family

The Regatta Group supplies quality outdoor clothing and accessories through our 3 great brands – Regatta, Craghoppers and Dare2b – whether exploring the Amazon rainforest, walking your dog in the local park or cycling the Tour de France, we have what you need.

It’s a friendly, supportive family business – a place where bakers, dog walkers, book worms, students, parents, travellers, movie buffs, foodies, festival goers, musicians and more come together to create experiences our customers really appreciate.

The thing we all have in common, is that we share the same core values of Great Relationships and Entrepreneurial Spirit.

Our investment in the environment: Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, and you will have the opportunity to support our Group wide sustainability committee and put ideas into action and really make a difference to the world we live in!

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Regatta Group, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you.

Take the leap‑join us in making a difference, both for our team and the world around us!