Retail & Fashion / Production / Product Development Accessories Product Developer

Success Talent; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accessories Product Developer in London. The role involves coordinating production, ensuring quality and timely development of accessories, and strong knowledge of materials and suppliers is essential. Applicants must be ready to negotiate with factories and handle various aspects of production. The salary range is £35,000 – £40,000 and requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in accessories product development.
• Strong understanding of materials, construction techniques, and finishes.
• Familiarity with production processes and supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all samples are developed on time and meet specifications.
• Create and maintain line lists and price lists.
• Negotiate with factories and manage pricing from suppliers.
• Oversee prototypes, SMS, and pre-production requests.
• Research materials, components, construction techniques, and finishes.
• Conduct visual research, create sketches, prepare tech packs, and develop mock-ups.
• Identify quality control issues and implement processes to improve product quality.
• Regularly update the WIP report.

Skills

Technical knowledge of accessories products

Experience with suppliers

Strong negotiation skills

Research and analytical skills

Job description

Accessories Product Developer

London Office

Permanent

£35,000 – £40,000

A group of leading clothing and footwear brands is seeking an Accessories Product Developer with a minimum of 5 years experience. In this role, you will work closely with the Accessories Designer to coordinate production across all collections.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all samples are developed on time and meet specifications.
• Create and maintain line lists and price lists.
• Negotiate with factories and manage pricing from suppliers.
• Oversee prototypes, SMS, and pre-production requests.
• Research materials, components, construction techniques, and finishes.
• Conduct visual research, create sketches, prepare tech packs, and develop mock‑ups.
• Identify quality control issues and implement processes to improve product quality.
• Regularly update the WIP report.

We are seeking a candidate with strong technical knowledge of accessories products, materials, construction techniques, and finishes. Experience working with suppliers in both the Far East and Europe is essential.

Please click the apply button to send your CV to Rosey Bansal, remembering to state your current salary and package.

Job Ref RB-5001839

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