THE COMPANY
Our client is a well-established Australian fashion business with a strong national presence and a reputation for delivering high-quality, thoughtfully designed apparel. With a collaborative head office environment and an experienced leadership team, the business combines commercial success with a genuine focus on product excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.
Operating across both seasonal and rapid-response product streams, the company offers the chance to work closely with experienced professionals across design, production, planning and merchandising while contributing to the ongoing growth of an evolving womenswear range.
THE ROLE
An exciting opportunity exists for a Product Developer to join a growing womenswear team and take ownership of selected product categories from concept through to production.
This position is ideal for an experienced Product Developer looking to step up, or an established Product Developer seeking broader responsibility and exposure across the full product lifecycle.
You will play a key role in managing product development activities, coordinating offshore suppliers, driving fit and construction outcomes, and ensuring products are delivered on time, on brief and to commercial objectives.
Working within a fast-paced environment, you'll support both core range development and shorter lead-time product initiatives, requiring strong organisation, adaptability and attention to detail.
Day-to-Day
Manage end-to-end product development across assigned womenswear categories
Create and maintain technical packs, specifications, bill of materials and development documentation
Coordinate product development from initial concept through sampling, fittings and production handover
Lead fit sessions and communicate technical feedback to suppliers




Monitor sample progress, approvals and critical path timelines
Work closely with design, production, planning and merchandising teams to achieve quality, cost and delivery targets
Liaise with offshore suppliers to resolve technical and production challenges
Review fabrics, trims, construction methods and finishes to ensure products meet brand and quality expectations
Maintain accurate development tracking and reporting systems
Support ongoing improvements across product development processes and standards
Experience Required
Minimum 3 years' experience within apparel product development, garment technology, production or a related discipline
Previous exposure to womenswear product development strongly preferred
Strong understanding of garment construction, fit and technical specifications
Experience preparing technical documentation and managing product development workflows
Ability to manage multiple developments simultaneously while working to critical deadlines
Experience communicating with offshore suppliers and manufacturers
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Adobe Illustrator or similar product development tools
Positive, collaborative approach with excellent communication skills
A genuine passion for product, quality and continuous learning
Company Perks
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Amazing culture and stunning, spacious office
Ongoing mentoring from experienced product leaders
Product discount benefits
Additional wellbeing leave days
Stable, growing Australian business with strong future opportunities
Flexible office hours
Salary
$90,000 - $100,000 + Superannuation (potential for more for exceptional candidates meeting the brief)
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📌 Product Developer - Womenswear | Highly Respected Brand (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales