Job Description
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Product Developer to join a well-established Australian fashion brand with a strong presence across both local and international markets.
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This is a hands-on role suited to someone who has a strong technical understanding of garments, enjoys working closely with designers and suppliers, and can confidently manage their own fit sessions and critical path.
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The Role
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Develop detailed specifications and tech packs alongside the design team.
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Manage incoming and outgoing samples, including measuring garments and preparing samples ahead of range and fit meetings.
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Plan and independently run fit sessions across all stages of product development.
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Provide clear and comprehensive fit comments and production approval feedback to offshore factories.
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Build solid relationships with overseas suppliers and manufacturers to ensure quality and timelines are maintained.
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Oversee garment, trim and packaging quality throughout the development process.
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Manage critical path timelines and work closely with suppliers to ensure key deadlines are achieved.
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Maintain accurate product and production information within the PLM system.
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Support the wider product and design team throughout the development and production process.
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An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Product Developer to join a well-established Australian fashion brand with a strong presence across both local and international markets.
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This is a hands-on role suited to someone who has a strong technical understanding of garments, enjoys working closely with designers and suppliers, and can confidently manage their own fit sessions and critical path.
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The Role




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Develop detailed specifications and tech packs alongside the design team.
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Manage incoming and outgoing samples, including measuring garments and preparing samples ahead of range and fit meetings.
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Plan and independently run fit sessions across all stages of product development.
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Provide clear and comprehensive fit comments and production approval feedback to offshore factories.
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Build strong relationships with overseas suppliers and manufacturers to ensure quality and timelines are maintained.
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Oversee garment, trim and packaging quality throughout the development process.
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Manage critical path timelines and work closely with suppliers to ensure key deadlines are achieved.
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Maintain accurate product and production information within the PLM system.
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Support the wider product and design team throughout the development and production process.
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About You:
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We're looking for someone with a strong combination of product development and garment technical expertise, ideally gained within women's fashion.
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Previous apparel Product Development and Garment Technician experience, ideally across womenswear.
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Robust garment construction and pattern knowledge.
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Confidence independently running fit sessions.
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Experience working directly with overseas suppliers and manufacturers.
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A solid understanding of the full garment production process, including pre-production.
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Strong textile and fabric knowledge.
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Experience negotiating costs with suppliers.
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Proficiency across Excel and Illustrator or similar tech pack/design programs.
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Excellent organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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📌 Product Developer (Victoria)
🏢 JIVARO recruitment
📍 Victoria