Senior Product Development Specialist: Performance Apparel

3 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeDevelopment Full time $79,200 - $108,000

Job Overview

As a senior product development professional, we are seeking an experienced Product Development Manager to lead our sportswear and compression wear development teams. The successful candidate will have a strong background in product development, preferably in performance apparel, and experience managing complex development processes and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the full development lifecycle of products, from concept to commercialization, ensuring each product meets functional, aesthetic, cost, and timeline objectives.
  • Collaborate closely with the design team to provide technical expertise throughout development.
  • Develop and maintain detailed tech packs, including size specifications, construction details, measurement charts, and bill of materials.
  • Manage fit model selection and facilitate fit sessions using prototypes or virtual samples.
  • Work with athletes and testers to conduct performance testing, gather feedback, and make iterative improvements.
  • Maintain documentation and version control throughout development stages.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in product development, preferably in performance apparel.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field.
  • Proven experience managing complex development processes and cross-functional teams.
  • Strong knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, grading, and fit.
  • Experience working with overseas factories and managing vendors.

Why This Role Matters

This role is critical to delivering top-quality sports performance products, impacting product quality, speed-to-market, and the customer experience.

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