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16.02.2025
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Product Developer - Levy Merchandising
Location: Manchester city centre - hybrid working between office and home.
We're looking for a talented and driven Product Developer to join our growing team and help accelerate business growth and relevance.
In this role, you'll be responsible for managing the product development process from design handover through to production, for both SUDU apparel and apparel designed for our partners, many of whom are huge brands in the sports and entertainment industry.
You'll report to our Head of Development and work closely with our Design team to ensure our products meet quality, cost, and timeline expectations. This role would be perfect for someone with a strong foundation in product development who is ready to take on more ownership of the process and work autonomously within the role. Our Product Development team works across multiple partners, so we're also looking for someone who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll do:
* Collaborate with our Design team to interpret concepts and translate them into viable products
* Develop technical product specifications, including tech packs, BOMs and size charts
* Manage the sample development process, including fit reviews, prototyping, and troubleshooting design, quality and construction challenges
* Work closely with vendors and manufacturers to source materials and trims and ensure quality standards are met
* Ensure adherence to product quality and safety standards
* Monitor and adhere to development timelines to ensure on-time delivery of products
* Effectively balance immediate priorities with long-term objectives
* Actively contribute to researching and implementing sustainability initiatives whenever possible
* Stay updated on industry standards and new technologies to ensure compliance and drive innovation
This role would suit people who have/are:
* Experience working in a product development role - experience of developing sports/performance apparel is desirable
* Strong technical knowledge of garment construction, materials, and manufacturing processes
* Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft packages
* Experience creating detailed tech packs and working with global vendors
* Excellent organisational and communication skills
* The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
* A proactive problem-solver with attention to detail and quality, who can remain flexible and agile when priorities shift
Why Levy Merchandising?
Levy Merchandising is the merchandising arm of Levy UK & Ireland. Levy UK & Ireland are a market leader in the world of sports and entertainment experiences, boasting some of the biggest and best stadiums and leisure locations in Europe as its venue partners.
At Levy Merchandising, we design and manufacture a wide range of product direct from source. From technical products, fit for the highest level of performance, through to non-technical fanwear, we produce apparel at all levels of the product pyramid. We also source a comprehensive range of non-clothing products to complete the full range of categories available across the sales channels.
We're proud to do things differently. We have an innovative commercial model which puts our partners first and makes decision making a joint responsibility. Building long lasting, sustainable relationships is central to our ethos and we want our partners to feel like they retain independence and control on key strategic direction whilst being able to leverage the benefit, scale, and expertise of our central teams across Buying, Licensing, E-Commerce, and Retail Operations.
We're also committed to supporting the local communities where our factories are based. We work with charities and local outreach programmes to have a positive impact in the cities and towns where we do business.
SUDU is our new UK sportswear brand headquartered in Manchester. With aspirations to be a leading brand that not only equips individuals with the tools they need to excel in physical pursuits but also to empower mindsets with every motion.
You'll also get a package that includes
* 31 days holiday including bank holidays (pro rata, rising with service)
* Colleague health cash plan
* Life assurance cover of 4 x annual salary
* Employee assistance programme - 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice
* Discounts on SUDU and other Levy Merchandising products and services
* Enhanced family leave and pay
* Welcoming company culture and opportunities to develop as our business grows
* Opportunities to be a part of and involved in our colleague networks
Building an inclusive work environment
We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion.
If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.
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