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Position: Product Developer – Sportswear
Team: Product Development
Reports to: Manager, Product Development
Based at: Head Office, Vancouver, BC
Job purpose:
The Product Developer is responsible for translating the design vision into a well executed product, taking the initial concept through commercialization and up to production. Focusing on the Sportswear category, this role works cross functionally with Design, Pattern and Production to bring the best product to market. Under the mentorship & partnership of the PD Manager and Sr PD you will be responsible for on-time delivery and development according to critical dates, product specification, performance, and profitability goals. Product Developers represent the brand in communication with external partners on collaborations and special projects.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities:
Ensure the product executes the design vision
Ensure the product delivers a consistent fit and premium construction
Create and maintain accurate tech packs including bill of materials, detailed sketches and garment measurements
Build and maintain styles in product management system ensuring data accuracy
Coordinate with internal and external teams or vendors to manage proto, SMS, and production approvals to ensure quality standards and on-time delivery
Own and lead product fittings, partnering with the Patternmaker
Work in collaboration with Design and Pattern Making to ensure products meet established fit and measurement standards
Review and recommend changes to construction, design, material usage to ensure product quality, efficiency, costs and margin goals are achieved
Communicate testing requirements, pricing goals, and quality requirements to the factories, internal and external team members
Analyze and troubleshoot product issues in a timely fashion
Manage product/wear testing to assure the products meet the outlined standards
Identify areas for improvement in working processes and provide solutions to PD Manager where there are opportunities for increased efficiency
Work with Senior Product Developer to advance technical knowledge where possible & flag opportunities for group development if necessary
Build vendor and cross functional relationships through effective communication, through email, in person and virtually
Required:
Degree in textile design or related
3+ years’ experience in development
Strong knowledge and experience working with machine knits, shirting and woven bottoms
Keen attention to detail and dedication to accuracy
Ability to take ownership and be accountable
Excellent time management, organizational & problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication and negotiating skills
Able to multitask and manage changing priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Illustrator
Knowledge of fabrics and trims, sourcing, material and product specs, garment construction, pattern making, related testing, costing
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required
Ability to work independently but also as part of a team
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Continuously curious, and able to identify learning opportunities for self and team development
Assets:
Experience working with domestic and offshore vendors
Familiarity with Visual ERP (product management system) or other Product Line Management Systems
Knowledge of grading principles and/or experience using grading software such as Gerber
Have you just read about your dream job? Well, don’t sit back and let this opportunity pass you by….send in your resume now! Note that we’ll only be contacting candidates who meet our qualifications to participate in the interview process.
