Assistant Footwear Developer

3 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom People Marketing Fashion Recruitment Full time

Job Title: Assistant Footwear Developer

About the Company

We are a dynamic and innovative company that specialises in the fashion industry. We work with top brands and retailers to find them the best talent.

The Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Assistant Footwear Developer. You will be working on developing styles across seasonal collections, collaboration, and special make-ups.

You will report to the Senior Footwear Product Developer. You will support the Design Team to develop styles across seasonal collections, collaboration, and special make-ups.

You will maintain and update product critical path from proto sample through to salesman samples/Gold Seal and Preproduction ensuring key timelines are adhered to.

You will create and maintain all seasonal, SMU, and collaboration product specifications – ensuring these are up to date and correct prior to production commencement.

You will manage and organise footwear samples – maintain a clear sample system in the office and Southend Location.

You will manage all post/sampling / trims / colour development and deliveries from suppliers and maintaining an organised filing system for all teams to access.

You will have day-to-day liaison with factories - communicate with the suppliers and factories and analysing processes and deliveries – summarising critical path movements and outstanding tasks to all teams on a weekly basis.

You will work with the design team to engineer products to meet margin targets considering construction and sourcing.

You will support the design team in developing products for testing to relevant standards, using technical knowledge, and negotiating any aesthetic changes to protect the design vision.

You will identify and communicate to cross-functional partners to mitigate any risks/challenges identified at all stages.

You will assist and support the team with day-to-day duties.

You will liaise with marketing/ sales/ customer service/ operation teams for product queries.

You will travel to suppliers' locations as and when required.

About the Salary

The salary for this position is £40,000 - £50,000 per annum depending on experience.



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