Product Developer - Accessories

OVERVIEW Industry’s leading accessories manufacturer is looking for an exceptionally creative product developer with a great sense of fashion, an individual with great attention to detail and ability to apply their design skills on product design creation and development for various accessories. THE OPPORTUNITY As a collaborator in the Design Department, you will be responsible for creating elevated collections for our growing retail channels. You will design a full seasonal accessories collections at a price point that allows you to work with the best factories to ensure your design intent is realized. With your valuable contribution to this role, you will belong to a fun, creative, business goal oriented team. THE JOB Highly focused on trending – fashion and socialAnalyze runways along with trending sites and other trend vehicles to forecast seasonal trendsCulturally sensitive, aware of latest social media fashion trendsAbility to recognize and accurately interpret trends into designStrong understating of Colour TheoryTranslate colour standards from trend forecasting into seasonal planningMaintain colour cards and fabric colour swatchesFacilitate the transition of styles from design conception to production-ready sampleExtensive knowledge in product sourcing and product development from raw materials to finished product of fashion accessories – soft and hard goodsAbility to create complex print ready artwork for printing using Illustrator and PhotoshopCreation and execution of detailed spec package to send to overseas factories which include material information, sketches, print artworkCommunicating with overseas factories at a regular basis to ensure proper development sample standards are metMust have an understanding of price relation to product development and designCreate, manage and maintain costing filesCreate fluid collections with a mix of various accessories for various national brands and private label brandsOutstanding communication and presentation skillsWork with China team to ensure all sourcing is within timelineChallenge the status quo by constantly identifying areas for improvementTravel to domestic and international for market research and trendingAble to work under tight timelines and group environment Required experiences: 4+ years experience in design and accessory constructionExperience in Fashion Accessories or Home Goods is an assetPost-secondary education in Fashion Design or Graphic DesignMust be considered an expert in Illustrator and PhotoshopWorking Knowledge of ExcelAbility to work in a team oriented environmentAbility to multi-taskOrganizational and time management skills required Compensation Compensation for this position will be based on the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring We do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting or selection process for this role. Interview Process & Candidate Communication Candidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date. Accessibility & Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment process. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.