Product Development Assistant

Zachary Daniels Recruitment; Lytham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Product Development Assistant in Lytham. This role supports the Design & Product Development Manager, focusing on design, sourcing, and supply chain management. Candidates should have at least two years' experience in product development or sourcing and be able to work both independently and as part of a team within a dynamic retail setting. Competitive salary offered: £28,000 - £32,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in buying, product development or sourcing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Communicate design briefs to sourcing colleagues in the Far East.
• Manage all related product administration.
• Input data into customer portals.

Skills

Product development

Buying

Sourcing

Communication

Data management

Job description

Product Development Assistant | Lancashire | £28,000 - £32,000

This pivotal role sits within an established umbrella business that brings together three highly successful brands, whose products are proudly stocked by some of the UK's biggest retailers including ALDI, NEXT, Dunelm, and more.

As part of this dynamic group, the Product Development Assistant will play a key role in supporting the Design & Product Development Manager, helping to bring new ideas to life across a diverse mix of product categories.

This is an excellent gateway role into new product development, offering hands‑on experience in design, sourcing, and supply chain management within a fast‑paced, creative environment within retail.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years' experience in buying, product development or sourcing, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a wider team.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate design briefs and product development requests to sourcing colleagues in the Far East.
• Arrange time‑critical samples and manage all related product administration through in‑house systems.
• Input relevant data into customer portals to ensure key accounts remain updated and aligned with critical path requirements.
• Request and manage costings for approved designs from internal and external suppliers, maintaining accurate costing records.
• Liaise with the Design Manager to update on…