Product Development & Local Production ManagerProduct Development & Local Production ManagerRedfern NSWProduct Development & Local Production ManagerRanier SchoolwearRedfern NSWAbout UsRanier, part of the Charles Parsons Group, is a trusted leader in the Australian Schoolwear market.
We design, develop, and deliver high-quality uniforms that balance durability, innovation, and value—supporting schools, students, and families nationwide.About the roleWe are seeking an experienced Product Development & Local Production Manager to join our team.
This hands‐on role is responsible for supporting the development of a broad Schoolwear range, ensuring products are technically sound, commercially practical, and successfully delivered to agreed quality standards, budgets, and timelines.Key responsibilitiesManage Schoolwear garment, fabric, trim and accessory specifications from brief through to production ready status.Manage fabric sourcing and development, maintain fabric libraries, and coordinate supplier quotations, approvals and payments.Oversee stock planning and supplier deliveries for fabrics and components to ensure production schedules and delivery deadlines are met.Oversee quality control ensuring fit, measurements, construction,



workmanship and specifications meet required standards before approval.Work with suppliers and internal teams to resolve technical, quality, cost and timing issues.About youExperience in a product development roleStrong knowledge of fabrics and garment construction is essential, including an understanding of trims, fit for purpose quality and manufacturing processes.Sound understanding of garment technical workflows, costing, sampling, fit approvals and quality assurance.Strong negotiation and supplier management skillsExcellent attention to detail and confidence maintaining accurate product and production information.Robust planning, problem‐solving and supplier communication skills.Ability to prioritise effectively and work across multiple products and deadlines in a hands‐on environment.Experience using AP21.
(Desirable)Experience in Schoolwear, uniforms or apparel manufacturing beneficialWhy join us?
This position offers the opportunity to make an immediate contribution within an established Australian textile and Schoolwear business.
You will be the connection between design intent, technical specifications, data integrity, local production and quality assurance ensuring customers receive reliable fit for purpose uniforms.
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📌 Product Development & Local Production Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Charles Parsons
📍 Sydney