Product Developer

12-Month FTC (Maternity Cover) | Central London | Up to £40K DOE

Success Talent is recruiting for an experienced Product Developer to join a premium lifestyle and casualwear brand based in Central London on a 12-month maternity cover contract.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused and highly organised individual with strong experience in apparel product development, garment construction and supplier management.

Working across multi-category womenswear collections, you will manage the product development process from initial concept through to bulk production, ensuring products meet quality standards, commercial objectives and critical deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the product development process from initial design concept through to bulk production.
• Coordinate seasonal development calendars, critical paths and key milestones.
• Work closely with design teams, garment technologists and overseas suppliers to ensure smooth product development.
• Source and develop fabrics, trims and finishes in line with seasonal requirements, quality standards and target costs.
• Manage sample development, fit sessions, product approvals and production readiness.
• Oversee factory allocations, considering pricing, lead times and product requirements.
• Maintain accurate development records, line lists and weekly work-in-progress reports.
• Support supplier negotiations and cost management to achieve commercial targets.
• Ensure products are delivered to the required quality standards and agreed timelines.

Skills & Experience Required

• 2–5 years’ experience in apparel product development, ideally within womenswear or a multi-product environment.
• Strong knowledge of garment fit, fabric development, construction techniques and finishes.
• Previous experience working within a wholesale business environment.
• Proven experience managing overseas factories and suppliers.
• Understanding of sourcing, factory allocation and product development processes.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience in accessories product development would be advantageous.

This role would suit a proactive, detail-oriented Product Developer who enjoys working collaboratively across teams and managing products through every stage of development.

To find out more, please apply or contact Rosey for a confidential conversation.