Technical Product Developer

Radley; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen erfahrenen Technical Product Developer, der die Verantwortung für die technische Produktentwicklung von Lederwaren übernimmt. In dieser spannenden Rolle arbeiten Sie eng mit Designern und Lieferanten zusammen, um sicherzustellen, dass jedes Produkt höchsten Qualitätsstandards entspricht. Sie bringen Ihre Expertise in der Lederwarenproduktion ein, um Prototypen zu bewerten und technische Arbeitsunterlagen zu erstellen. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für hochwertige Produkte und ein Auge für Details haben, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie, in einem dynamischen Team zu arbeiten.

Benefits

Erweiterter Jahresurlaub

Krankenstandszahlung

Lebensversicherung

Virtueller Arzt

Gesundheitscashplan

Mitarbeiterunterstützungsprogramm

Produktdiscount

Belohnungen für Betriebszugehörigkeit

Fahrrad-Leasing

Sommerfreitage

Qualifications

• 3-5 Jahre Erfahrung in der Produktentwicklung für Lederwaren.
• Starkes Verständnis der technischen Anforderungen und Compliance.

Responsibilities

• Verantwortung für alle technischen Aspekte des Produktentwicklungsprozesses.
• Zusammenarbeit mit Designern zur Entwicklung neuer Produkte.

Skills

Produktentwicklung

Technische Anforderungen

Qualitätskontrolle

Projektmanagement

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Detailgenauigkeit

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

The people. The style. The energy. The character. It’s hard not to be inspired by the UK Capital. That’s where Radley London was born with a passion for artisan-made handbags, footwear and accessories. We put fashion in functional, with every piece made to last and put a spring in your step. Whether strutting through the streets of Soho, or on the school run.

We know leather. It’s in our DNA. And we never stop striving to set a new standard for quality. Every Radley London design is made with expert care. Do you hear that smooth glide of a zip? We consider every detail and our teams all play a part.

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We are seeking a skilled and experienced Technical Product Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for all technical aspects of the product development process, in line with the global critical path, across handbags, small leather goods, and accessories. This role requires a strong understanding of leather goods and construction, excellent technical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with designers and our supply base to ensure quality and craftsmanship from initial prototypes to production.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage the Technical Assistant based in our Milton Keynes DC, including a weekly visit.
2. Collaborate with designers and stakeholders to bring to development new leather handbags, small leather goods, and accessories.
3. Evaluate prototypes and create technical workbooks to risk assess any new development with our supply base.
4. Work with our manufacturers to ensure quality and timely development up to the start of production.
5. Assess prototypes and raw materials liaising with supply base to ensure required tests are conducted in line with quality and compliance standards.
6. Provide technical support and guidance to suppliers throughout the development process.
7. Responsible for tracking and ensuring on-time sealing of all contract seals into the business.
8. Ensure all production material specification cards are sent as per the critical path and providing approval based on Radley standards.
9. Provide clear and effective support to both internal and external customers, addressing their needs and responding promptly.
10. Ad-hoc duties: support colleagues, take on additional responsibilities, or be involved in project work as needed.

Skills & Experience

1. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in product development and technical roles for leather goods, preferably handbags and accessories.
2. Experience and strong understanding of technical requirements related to testing and compliance.
3. Excellent understanding of leather goods production processes and troubleshooting skills.
4. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
5. Attention to detail and a keen eye for quality.
6. Strong communication skills to convey information clearly to stakeholders.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).

Benefits include enhanced annual leave, sickness pay, life assurance, virtual GP, healthcare cash plan, employee assistance programme, company bonus, product discount, time in service rewards, special occasion gifts, cycle to work scheme, electric vehicle scheme, season ticket loan, summer Fridays, and more.

At Radley, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture, promoting social equity, and celebrating diversity. We strive for an open environment across our locations in Europe and the US, and ensure our recruitment processes are inclusive and unbiased.

We are #Proudtobe Radley.