Product Developer Assisstant Jobs

Responsibilities

Job Overview

TORCH is now looking for someone who can play a crucial role in supporting the Design and Product Vevelopment teams. This role involves administrative tasks related to the creation and production of fashion products, ensuring the smooth flow of information, materials, and processes to meet design and development objectives.

Job Role

• Budget Tracking: Monitor and track expenses related to design and development projects. Assist in maintaining budgets and cost control measures.
• Production Support: Support the transition from design to production by providing necessary documentation and information to manufacturing teams. Help resolve any design-related issues during production.
• Sourcing and Procurement: Assist in sourcing materials, trims, and components required for product development. Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Quality Control: Participate in quality control processes to ensure that final products meet design specifications and brand standards.
• Product Data Management: Enter and maintain product data, specifications, and attributes in relevant systems or databases.
• Sample Coordination: Coordinate the creation and tracking of product samples. Ensure that samples are developed in line with design specifications and timelines.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of design concepts, product specifications, samples, revision, and prototypes. Organize and manage digital and physical design files.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including merchandising, marketing, and sales, to ensure that product development aligns with market demand and brand strategy.
• Vendor and Supplier Relations: Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and vendors, negotiating terms and resolving issues as needed.
• Market Research: Assist in conducting research on fashion trends, materials, and technologies to support the design and development decision-making process.
• Calendar Management: Manage project timelines and calendars to ensure that design and development milestones are met. Alert teams to any potential delays or bottlenecks.
• Communication Facilitation: Act as a liaison between design and development teams, facilitating effective communication. Relay design changes, updates, and feedback between teams.

Requirements

Job Qualifications

• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail is crucial to ensure that product specifications are accurately followed.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective coordination and information exchange between teams and external partners.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and documentation efficiently.
• Computer Proficiency: Proficiency in using design and product development software, as well as standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Experience: Previous experience in a similar role within the fashion industry or product development is advantageous.
• Team Player: Collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively as part of a cross-functional team
• Problem-Solving: The ability to identify and resolve issues that may arise during the design and development process.
• Fashion Knowledge: A good understanding of fashion trends, fabrics, garment construction, and product development processes.