Product Developer (Sports Equipment)

Net World Sports, Ltd.; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellbeing Allowances

29 Days Annual Leave

Flexible Working Hours

Product Discounts

Subsidised On-Site Bistro

Employee Recognition Programs

Job summary

Net World Sports, Ltd. is looking for a Product Developer to join their team in Wrexham, UK. The ideal candidate will possess at least 1 year of experience in product development, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for sports. Responsibilities include managing product development from concept to launch, conducting market research, and building relationships with domestic and international suppliers. This full-time role offers a salary range of £30,000 to £34,000, along with excellent employee benefits including health and wellbeing programs and a flexible working culture.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in Product Developer or related roles.
• Experience working through the product development lifecycle.
• Understanding of sourcing, compliance, and quality control processes.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver end-to-end product development projects.
• Conduct market research to identify gaps and opportunities.
• Source new products and suppliers, ensuring compliance and quality.

Skills

Product Development

Negotiation Skills

Microsoft Excel

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

## Product Developer (Sports Equipment)### Product Developer (Sports Equipment)Full TimeWrexham, UK £30,000.00 - £34,000.00At Net World Sports, we are extremely proud of our innovative, market‐leading sports products and the role they play in driving customer satisfaction and business growth. As we continue to expand our product portfolio, we are looking for a **Product Developer** to join our ambitious and fast‐paced Product Development team.This role is ideal for someone who already has hands‐on experience in product development and is ready to take greater ownership of product categories, suppliers, and commercial decision‐making. You’ll be involved in the full product lifecycle, working closely with internal teams and international suppliers to deliver high‐quality, commercially successful sports products.### **WHAT YOU’LL DO:*** Own and deliver end‐to‐end product development projects, from concept generation and feasibility through to product sign‐off and launch, following structured product development processes* Conduct detailed market, competitor, and trend research to identify gaps and opportunities within assigned categories, confidently presenting insights and recommendations to key stakeholders* Take ownership of defined product categories assigned to you, maintaining in‐depth product knowledge and contributing to the continued expansion of our ranges* Source new products and suppliers, ensuring all due diligence, compliance, and quality standards are met; manage product sampling, testing, feedback, and approvals* Build and maintain strong working relationships with domestic and international suppliers, proactively managing performance, quality, lead times, and ongoing development* Lead commercial discussions with suppliers, demonstrating effective negotiation skills to achieve competitive pricing, favourable terms, and sustainable margins* Provide pricing analysis and cost breakdowns, using market knowledge and supplier data to support commercial decision‐making* Identify and propose new product, range extension, and market opportunities aligned with business strategy### **WHAT YOU'LL BRING:*** At least **1 years’ experience** in Product Developer, Product Development, or Product Design role (consumer products or sports equipment preferred)* Proven experience working through the product development lifecycle and working with critical path style structures* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities* Confidence in communicating with internal teams and external suppliers* Strong negotiation and commercial awareness* Solid Microsoft Excel skills and a good working knowledge of Microsoft 365* Experience working with overseas suppliers and manufacturers* Understanding of sourcing, compliance, and quality control processes* A genuine passion for sports and sporting products### **WHAT YOU'LL GET:*** **Health & Wellbeing** – Workouts, Run Club, Nature Trail, Wellness Allowances, Gym Memberships, On-Site Gym (Coming Soon!), Golf Memberships & Mental Health Support* **29 Days Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays)** - Increases with Length of Service* Flexible Working Hours* **Social Events** – Busy Schedule of Parties, Sports Tournaments, Charity Events & Lots More!* Table Tennis, Pool Tables & Sports Equipment in the Office* **Additional Benefits Available** - Help to Buy Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discounted Travel Schemes & Lots More!* Product Discount on Net World Sports & Affiliate Partner Products* **Subsidised On-Site Bistro** - Serving Freshly Prepared Food Every Day for Breakfast & Lunch* **Employee Recognition** - Bonus & Commission Schemes and Performance, Length of Service & Life Event Rewards* **Employee Support** - Saving Schemes, Legal & Financial Advice, Parental Guidance### **OUR VALUES:*** **Go above and beyond:** Get stuck in and show your passion!* **Ideas over hierarchy:** If you have an idea, speak up! It doesn’t matter what role you’re in, we want everyone to shout about ways the business can develop and improve.* **Be bold, move fast:** We value speed; we make fast decisions, trust our guts and get things done as efficiently as possible.* **Keep it simple:** Don’t over-complicate it!* **Results driven:** We embrace results that drive positive change, even if it means occasional failure. Mistakes are valuable as long as we learn from them and avoid repeating them.* **Growth:** We’re a fast-growing business and we want our staff to grow with us.### **CONTACT:**Gareth Davies (Recruitment Specialist) / [e-mail] / 07979 815630 / linkedin.com/in/garethdanieldavies* Assessing your skills, qualifications and interests against our career opportunities* Verifying your information and carrying out reference checks if you are offered a job* Communicating with you about the recruitment process and/or your application* Updating you on new roles/opportunities within the business (if requested)