Apparel Product Developer
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £26000 – £29000/annum
Apparel Product Developer
Wrexham
£26,000 – £29,000 DOE
Monday – Friday
Apparel Product Developer
Our client is currently looking for a vibrant and enthusiastic Apparel Product Developer to join their growing team. They are a fast paced, innovative business who are a leading supplier of high-quality equipment within their industry.
This is an exciting opportunity to design and source a brand-new clothing range from start to finish.
Duties & Responsibilities of the Apparel Product Developer:
* Carrying out market research into competitors’ garments, including comp shops.
* Liaise and negotiate with manufacturers globally to create high quality samples at the best prices.
* Create accurate and detailed tech packs, amending in response to fit amends, and assuring all changes are reflected in the packs.
* Carry out fit session, reviewing the samples for corrections to aesthetics dimensions, hand feel, functionality, and workmanship.
* Gather feedback from fit session, sales, Customer service, wearer trials etc to communicate any changes and improvements to manufacturers.
* Participate in design critiques and feedback sessions with senior members of the team to look for improvements and receive any constructive criticism.
* Approving lab dips, strike offs, trim cards, samples and test reports
* Attend garment/product photoshoots, help with any changes that may need making on the day.
* Ensure everything is on time and follows the critical path and delivery dates are met.
* Manage any quality issues that may arise during and after development.
The successful Apparel Product Developer will have:
* Degree classification with relevant knowledge
* Good knowledge of fabrics, technical components, and different sewing techniques.
* Experience in attending/running fit sessions, having the knowledge of what improvements to look for and making sure they are followed through.
* Experience negotiating prices, lead time and payment terms.
* Experience in working with technical clothing and children’s clothing is an advantage but not essential.
If you feel like you would a great fit for the Apparel Product Developer, please apply now or contact Harley to find out more
More Information
- Address Pentre Maelor, Wrexham
