Junior Garment Developer - CAD & Technical

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Northampton, England, United KingdomOn-site

Junior Product Developer – CAD & Technical

The Role

We are looking for a highly organised, technically capable and fast-working Junior Product Developer to support the development of our clothing brands. Across the group we produce approximately 1,000 SK Us per year. Much of the range consists of proven carryover products, new colourways, fabric changes and variations of existing styles, alongside approximately 75–125 genuinely new styles each year.

The role will work closely with our Product Developer, translating range plans and product concepts into accurate CA Ds, tech packs and supplier-ready information. It is ideal for someone who combines strong technical skills with a commercial understanding of how to work efficiently across a high-volume product range.

Key Responsibilities• Create and update accurate technical garment CA Ds / flats using Adobe Illustrator. • Build, maintain and amend supplier-ready tech packs, including measurements, construction details, BO Ms, trims, labelling and artwork placement.

• Produce colourways, fabric variations and seasonal updates efficiently from existing approved styles. • Support new product development from initial concept through sampling, amendments and approval. • Review samples against CA Ds, specifications and approved references, recording clear development comments.

• Maintain accurate product information, style codes, colour codes, development trackers and critical paths. • Track samples, lab dips, strike-offs, fabrics, trims and approvals, following up with suppliers where required.

• Support fit sessions and ensure agreed changes are accurately reflected in technical documentation. • Take increasing ownership of straightforward product developments as experience and product knowledge grow. Speed, Accuracy & Commercial Awareness

This is a high-output role where both speed and accuracy are important. We are looking for someone who can manage a significant number of styles and product updates without compromising the quality of technic