We are seeking a passionate Junior Product Developer.
The role involves assisting the product creation process, from concept to finished product, while collaborating closely with design, sourcing, and production teams.
The ideal candidate has a keen eye for detail, knowledge of the current footwear market, footwear construction, and a drive to innovate in active lifestyle footwear.
This role is part-time, 3 days per week.
Role Key Responsibilities: Manage sample requests and orders, ensuring alignment with critical path timing.
Track and document sample progress and status including comments for confirmation samples.
Assist in production timelines being met by ensuring timely confirmation of samples/materials and componentry.
Update sample production timelines and escalate delays when necessary, assisting in resolving any issues that could impact Production.
Collaborate with the QC team and the Production Manager to ensure quality control.
Provide feedback and adjustment comments on sample prototypes, whilst assisting in fit and wear testing and documenting results.
Assist in creating and updating tech packs.
Help manage and organize material swatches and trims.
Maintain accurate records of sample revisions and updates.
Coordinate communication between the design and production teams.
Review and revise product specifications with the Head Designer.
Maintain Product Library both physical and digital.
Provide Design support around Trend, mood boards, and patterns.
The skills and experience you offer us: 2+ years of experience in product development, preferably within the footwear category.
Experience working in a wholesale, retail, or DTC sales environment or garment manufacturing experience.
Strong understanding of footwear design, materials, construction, and manufacturing processes.
Proficiency in product lifecycle management (PLM) systems, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office.
Excellent eye for detail, organization, time management, negotiation communication, and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of sustainable materials and eco-friendly production practices is a plus.
Report to: Head Designer
Responsible for: None, but you will collaborate with the QC and Production Manager.
Skills: Design
Creative, a collaborator, organized, great attention to detail, an awesome communicator.
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