Product Developer
Now Hiring | Aus Designer Brand | Sydney
The Client |
In a newly formed partnership this Sydney based Aus Designer brand is globally recognized for their cool girl aesthetic, dedication to style and confidence, chances are one of their pieces is hanging in your wardrobe. With a dedication to sustainable and ethical sourcing and manufacturing this is an incredible opportunity to join the design team as a Product Developer.
The Role |
You will translate designs into technical design specs and work with vendors to develop the designs into samples that are well executed, delivered on time and achieving margin requirements.
Translate designs into CAD drawings that accurately reflect the intended designs.
Prepare, establish and maintain technically sound garment specifications and tech packs for each style in each category including construction details, fabric and trim specifications.
Work in collaboration with the design and production team to ensure the new product design is interpreted and manufactured to the correct standard with adherence to critical path deadlines.
Developing and sourcing of fabrics/ trims and hardware in accordance to seasonal design objectives.
Oversee quality control; ensuring all fabrics, trims and treatments are prepared, approved, and meet required quality, sustainability and performance standard.
Sourcing of fabrics and trims as requested by the design team, ensuring timely submission and communication to vendor for approvals.
Fabric enquiries and management of the fabric tracker. Communication to design team regarding approvals and sample roll arrival times to the design studio.
Reviewing and approving all prints, fabrications relating to the development of the products, fabrics and trims.
Timely communication and responses to submissions from vendors.
Attend fit sessions with key stakeholders in the design and production team and ensure accurate and detailed fit comments to makers and offshore vendors.
The Skillset |
Minimum 5 year’s experience in a similar role but more importantly is the culture fit – if you don’t meet this experience level or are operating at a more senior level – we still encourage your application!
Energetic, positive and driven individual
Fashion tertiary qualification
Advanced experience in Excel and Illustrator
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Well organised with exceptional attention to detail
Strong understanding of garment construction and high-end finishes
Ability to be flexible and work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to establish and maintain relationships at all levels
The Offer |
Based out of their Waterloo office – you will work with a highly talented team who love what they do – there is a strong remuneration package on offer, plus a clothing allowance. This role is based onsite in the office.
Generous staff discounts on product
Opportunity to grow and develop within the business
Collaboration and support from the small team
Work for a growing Australian fashion brand
Connect with Ange via ange@thetalentmill.com.au for details on this role!
The Talent Mill Recruitment division is a bespoke consultancy and talent acquisition specialist within the fashion, lifestyle and retail industries. With more than 10 years specialist expertise with luxury, lifestyle & fashion brands globally we discover, recognize, and connect inspiring individuals to the most desirable brands as a trusted support to founder-led start-ups, SME’s and multinational corporations within the fashion & retail industry.
Recruitment – but make it ethical not transactional. Quality over quantity – always. Truly consultative and delivered at pace. We hold a genuine passion and expertise for the industries we support, and offer a unique and modern recruitment proposition – one where we develop long term, meaningful connections, add value and deliver an unforgettable service.