Senior product developer - knitwear

The Senior Product Developer will have accountability and act as the main point of contact for their respective category. You will lead a team of Product Developers and Juniors to deliver the collection inline with the design brief whilst managing the targets and critical path. Client Details A great opportunity for a Senior Product Developer - Knitwear to join a contemporary & active apparel business in the Chesterfield area. They are a Ecommerce & Wholesale company that have seen strong growth of the past 3 years. With offices in Derbyshire, London and LA. Due to this they are looking for a Senior Product Developer on Knitwear to join the product team. Description You the Senior Product Developer - Knitwear will be a key team member reporting directly to the Director of Development & Production and the wider business at a management level. Build and maintain a close working partnership with Design to develop the collection from the initial concept through to the finished product. You the Senior Product Developer - Knitwear will act as the technical partner for design, attending fittings, providing feedback on technical feasibility, brainstorming ideas and solutions to ensure the design vision is translated into product Manage the critical path from concept to SMS. Ensuring deadlines are adhered to and following up on all prototype/sample issues to resolve and drive to the SMS completion stage. Manage the WIP with the D& P, Merchandising & Operations team. Manage the costs ensuring products meet margin requirements. Manage all vendor relationships for the collection, working with manufacturers to negotiate and calculate costs for proto samples through to Bulk including QC issues. Profile 3 plus years and above experience in a similar role within the fashion industry preferably for a Brand. Strong background in Fashion Knitwear, Development, Design etc Ability to work in partnership with Design, understanding and interpreting their creative aesthetic and design vision and translating this to D& P teams and partners. Technical capability and product knowledge with the ability to confidently influence the Design team and provide on the spot solutions. Experience managing vendor relationships, delivering clear briefs, leveraging relationships to meet demands and negotiating costs. Have knowledge of the industry and be aware of competitor's products. Experience in managing and developing a fast-paced D& P team across all levels of experience. Demonstrated experience working on-site with vendors and operational knowledge of factories, delivering clear briefs and leveraging relationships and availability to meet demands. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to negotiate with credibility, share information effectively, and work confidently at all levels and with cross-functional teams. Job Offer Competitive salary Employee Purchase Scheme with 50% off for employees. Friend and Family Purchase Scheme with 20% off. Access to Bupa Health insurance after 2 years service Close to transport links 25 days annual leave Company social events Lunch provided in the office 3 days a week