Garment Technologist / Product Developer
Doodlebone
Garment Technologist / Product Developer
Location: Banbury, OX16 Job Type: Full Time
Reporting to: Marketing & Sales Director
Salary: £27,500-£35,000 DOE About Doodlebone
We're Doodlebone. Since 2014, we've been designing fun, practical products for dogs and their people. From harnesses and collars to coats and accessories, we obsess over the details so dog owners can spend less time faffing and more time enjoying walks, adventures, snuggles and everything in between.
We're growing, launching new products, and continuing to push the boundaries of what pet accessories can be. That's where you come in. The Role
We're looking for an experienced Garment Technologist / Product Developer to join our Product team. This is a hands-on role focused on taking products from concept through to production, ensuring they are functional, comfortable, durable and commercially viable.
The successful candidate will have strong technical garment knowledge, experience working directly with overseas manufacturers, and a passion for creating high-quality products. You'll play a key role in developing products that are not only beautifully designed and commercially successful, but also comfortable, safe and enjoyable for the dogs that use them every day.
Whilst experience in product design is desirable, we're primarily looking for someone with a strong garment technology background who can confidently manage fit, construction, specifications, testing and production. What You'll Be Doing
Garment Technology & Product Development
Own the technical development process from concept through to production. Create and maintain detailed technical packs, specifications and construction documentation. Review development, fit and pre-production samples, providing clear technical feedback to suppliers.
Conduct fit sessions and wearer trials to assess comfort, functionality and durability. Ensure products meet internal quality standards and performance requirements. Identify and resolve technical issues throughout develop