Job Information
Reiss Product Developer, Menswear in London, United Kingdom
What's the role about?
As our Menswear Product Developer you will manage sample management and product management, taking ownership of the critical path of the production process. While also driving and implementing the sourcing and product development strategy within your team, liaising with Design, Merchandising, Buying and Technical departments to manage the product critical path and ensure departmental margin targets are achieved. You must ensure that your department maintains an excellent sourcing base, strong supplier relationships and innovative product development throughout the supply chain.
Who you are
Team player and be able to work independently
Experience in buying is beneficial but not essential
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
A great understanding of the critical path
Organised and able to priorities workload
Understanding of supply management, sample development and cost management
Previous experience within retail head office
What you'll be doing
Liaise with Product Manager on factory plan for the coming season
Plan factory prototype sample requirements
Ensure costings and fabric ratings have been received from the supplier and negotiated where necessary
Confirm production ex-factory dates with suppliers
Add costs to buy sheets for sign off
Negotiate factory cost prices for approval
Review/update critical path on a daily basis
Work with the Design team and factories on timely lab dip submissions/approvals
Liaise with fabric and trim departments on ex-mill dates and trim available dates
Attend fit meetings to ensure problems are highlighted and communicated to suppliers
Liaise with Merchandising and Design teams to ensure all departments have the same information
What we'll do for you
Provide you with a competitive salary
Company pension
Generous employee discount
Company bonus scheme
Health & Wellbeing perks
Plus many more
If you want to start your story at Reiss as our Product Developer in Menswear, don't miss out - apply now!
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