Product Developer - Reebok
Watford | Upto £50K DOE | Onsite
Success Talent is recruiting for an experienced Product Developer to join the growing team working on Reebok, a globally recognised sportswear and lifestyle brand, based in Watford.
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused Product Developer with strong experience in sportswear, activewear and athleisure, working across both men's and women's apparel collections.
Reporting to the Head of Product and Sourcing Manager, you will play a key role in the product development process, managing collections from initial concept through to bulk sampling. You will work closely with design teams and overseas suppliers to ensure products meet quality standards, commercial objectives and critical deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage product development across men and women's apparel collections, including seasonal ranges and special make-up collections.
- Work closely with the design team to ensure product concepts are accurately developed and delivered to the required standards.
- Coordinate development timelines, critical paths, technical packs and supplier submissions.
- Liaise with overseas factories and suppliers to manage sampling, production requirements and delivery schedules.
- Oversee garment fit, fabric development, construction details and product specifications.
- Attend fit sessions, review samples and provide feedback throughout the development process.
- Manage approvals for lab dips, print strike-offs, embroidery and pre-production samples.
- Support supplier allocation, product costings and pricing discussions.
- Ensure trims, labels and production components meet brand requirements.
- Work collaboratively with internal teams to manage multiple seasons and product collections simultaneously.
Skills & Experience Required
- Minimum 5 years' experience in apparel product development within sportswear, activewear or athleisure.
- Proven experience working across both men and women's apparel.
- Strong technical knowledge of garment construction, pattern cutting, fit and fabric development.
- Experience working with technical fabrics and performance garment construction.
- Previous experience managing suppliers and factories based in the Far East.
- Good understanding of wholesale business operations and product development processes.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive, commercially focused approach.
- Experience in sports accessories development would be advantageous.
This role would suit an experienced Product Developer with a strong technical background and a passion for sportswear, looking to contribute to the development of collections for an internationally recognised brand.
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Product Developer – Reebok in Watford employer: Success Talent
Join a dynamic and innovative team as an Assistant Buyer, where your passion for products and market trends will be valued in a supportive and collaborative work environment. Our hybrid working model promotes a healthy work-life balance, while our commitment to employee growth ensures you have access to training and development opportunities that will enhance your career in buying and merchandising. With a focus on sustainability and strong supplier relationships, you'll play a key role in delivering commercially successful product solutions that resonate with our customers.
