Junior Product Developer

Job Title: Junior Product Developer

Department: Design

Contract type: Permanent, 32 hours (Monday-Thursday)

Location:  Based in The Fold's Bermondsey Head Office

Role Purpose: Assist the Design team with creation of Tech Packs and technical drawings. The role will also work very closely with our Buying, Production and Garment Tech teams.

·       Assist the Design team with creating tech packs - filling in BOMs and specifications for each product.

·       Do technical drawings for new styles

·       Raw material sourcing - updating suppliers with seasonal mood boards and directing fabric sourcing based on these

·       Responsible for trim sourcing and development

·       Helping to create alignment of trim standards across multiple suppliers

·       Launch tech packs directly with suppliers - ensuring sampling has been arranged and correct patterns sent or requested

·       Ensure all work is accurate and clear to facilitate seamless communication with manufacturers

·       Help build relationships with key new suppliers

·       Assisting in ordering sampling and raising sampling POs

·       Provide regular updates to designers on sample progress, material developments, and production challenges.

·       Update and maintain sampling and product trackers

·       Helping to update product BOMs following fittings and product sign offs

·       Ideally have past experience developing structured dresses, tops and jackets

·       A clear understanding of the design aesthetic of The Fold

·       Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

·       Team player who collaborates with ease

·       Strong organiser who prioritizes with ease and understand the importance of excellent time management

·       Demonstrates a ‘can do’ attitude to work

·       The ability to analyse problems and offer solutions

·       Attention to detail is key as this is a fast-paced role, so a sharp eye is essential

·       Strong MS Office skills