Product Developer & Technician
Core
Manage the technical development of womenswear styles from concept through to bulk production, ensuring fit, quality, and commercial viability.
Role type
Product Developer & Technician (Womenswear)
Builds
Physical garments (womenswear fashion)
Domain
Fashion / Apparel Manufacturing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Garment construction knowledge, Fit assessment, Grading, Pattern making understanding, Technical pack creation, Adobe Illustrator proficiency, Fabric and trim knowledge, Offshore supplier liaison, Production process management
Preferred skills
PLM system experience (e.g., Style Arcade), Microsoft Excel proficiency
Responsibilities
Create and maintain Technical Packs and technical drawings, Assess garment construction and fabric viability, Participate in fit sessions and document comments, Measure development samples and update specifications, Liaise with offshore suppliers to manage queries and deadlines, Identify and resolve technical production issues, Research new fabrics and construction techniques
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC