JD Sports Fashion plc
Junior Product Developer
JD Own Brand
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Responsible to :
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Senior Product Developer
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Responsible for:
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N/A
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Department:
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JD Own Brand
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Location:
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Hollinsbrook Way, Pilsworth, Bury, Lancs BL9 8RR
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Hours:
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40
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Role Overview :
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The purpose of this job is to assist the Senior Product Developer & Product Developer with the development of JD Own Brand product. Taking responsibility for specific areas under close supervision. The successful candidate will have relevant qualifications and some experience, along with a passion for our product.
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Key Duties/Responsibilities:
- Issuing packs/comments & Supplier communications throughout process
- Setting up basic size charts, maintain and keep block library updated within the team
- Interpreting fit meeting notes
- Creating basic BOMs
- Completing Test report approvals/ITS online, chasing suppliers and managing approvals
- Understanding a test matrix, Train with PD on creation of a test matrix.
- Create Care Label Templates
- Critical path monitoring
- Support Packing List & Invoice Queries
- Understanding sales analysis
- Take on areas of responsibility for specific ranges under the guidance of SPD as appropriate
- Manage day to day incoming/outgoing samples where required in a timely manner ensuring correct documentation attached.
- Maintaining style details/info on relevant systems.
- Assist in the creation of tech packs and costings on the PLM system.
- Approve lab-dips and strike offs referring issues to the design and buying team
- Take part in fit sessions and add fit comments to the PLM system.
- Sample measuring and comments
- Maintaining the critical path on PLM system, chasing relevant info from suppliers and reporting issues.
- Assist with costing, negotiation and raising of orders on the PLM system.
Skills/Experience/Knowledge needed:
- knowledge of Microsoft office software is essential.
- JD retail experience is highly desirable.
- Basic Illustrator knowledge an advantage.
- Good organisational and communication skills.
- Relevant Degree or equivalent level qualifications/experience which incorporates Clothing Technology and Product development.