Product Developer, Menswear

TN United Kingdom; 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 to ensure smooth production processes and timely delivery of products. You will be responsible for managing critical paths, negotiating costs, and maintaining effective communication with suppliers and internal teams. If you are organized, possess strong communication skills, and have a passion for product development, this opportunity could be the perfect start to your career in the fashion industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Company bonus scheme

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in buying is beneficial but not essential.
• Understanding of supply management and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Manage sample and product management for the Knitwear category.
• Liaise with the Senior Product Developer on factory plans.
• Coordinate with Design team and factories on lab dip submissions.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication skills

Understanding of critical path

Organizational skills

Supply management knowledge

Sample development experience

Cost management understanding

Retail head office experience

Job description

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What's the role about?

As our Menswear Product Developer, you will manage sample and product management for 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 with the ability to work independently
• Experience in buying is beneficial but not essential
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good understanding of the critical path
• Organized with the ability to prioritize workload
• Understanding of supply management, sample development, and cost management
• Previous experience within retail head office

What you'll be doing

• Liaise with the 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
• Coordinate with the Design team and factories on timely lab dip submissions and approvals
• Collaborate with fabric and trim departments on ex-mill dates and trim availability
• Attend fit meetings to identify and communicate issues to suppliers
• Liaise with Merchandising and Design teams to ensure consistent information sharing

What we'll do for you

• Provide a competitive salary
• Company pension
• Company bonus scheme
• Additional benefits

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

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