Product Testing Coordinator

1 week ago

Sunderland, United Kingdom Pentland Brands Full time

16 August 2024
**Job ID**: 1955
Permanent - Full Time
Sourcing & Supply Planning
Sunderland
As the Product Testing Coordinator, you will play a crucial role overseeing the coordination and management of apparel and hardgood product testing for multiple Pentland brands. You will develop innovative end-user test scenarios that highlight product benefits and identify performance challenges through wearer trials. You will also be responsible for the in-house têxtile testing lab, and all associated physical testing.
**About the role**:
Lead and coordinate all testing activities, multiple brands, multiple categories
Develop and implement a robust and consistent testing process
Build wearer trial contacts both externally and internal staff
Research new test methodology, standards and systems
Liaise with external testing organisations and universities
Provide expert physical testing services in our in house têxtile lab.
Maintain wearer trial feedback and test report trackers
Contribute to product quality risk assessments and route cause investigations
Own and maintain brand performance standards
**About you**:
Extensive experience in coordinating and managing product and prototype testing in the apparel, footwear, or equipment industries.
Proven ability to develop and implement robust testing processes and methodologies.
Experience in conducting or overseeing physical testing of materials and components, especially in a têxtile or manufacturing environment.
Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Materials, and External Testing Organisations.
Experience in providing expert input into product quality risk assessments and supporting the investigation of quality issues.
Proficiency in using tracking and feedback systems to manage test results and ensure timely communication with relevant teams.
Experience working in industries related to Pentland Brands' portfolio is desirable.
Experience in sport and exercise science is beneficial
**The offer**:
Competitive salary
Hybrid / smart working from Sunderland
Brand and retail perks
Financial, travel and time out perks
Wellbeing commitment
Who we are
We are Pentland Brands, a global family business that touches the lives of millions through some of the world’s most-loved active and footwear brands. We proudly own Speedo, Berghaus, Canterbury of New Zealand, Endura, Mitre, Ellesse, KangaROOS, and Red or Dead.
Our history is rich and remarkable, filled with stories of family, ambition, and innovation. We lead from the front, creating a legacy of outstanding brands and extraordinary people. We pioneer brands that make life better, that form emotional connections with our consumers, and that keep people on the move. Our brands do good, and we are a positive force taking action for people and the planet.
We celebrate differences and give everyone the freedom to innovate and grow. We believe this is an exceptional place to build brands and careers. We want you to come to work every day excited about what we can achieve together, driven by a clear, single-minded focus on being consumer-centric and relentlessly improving our performance.

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