Product Developer

THE ROLE.

We’re looking for a Product Developer to manage the end-to-end development processes. You’ll ensure the timely delivery of high-quality products that meet Gymshark standards and customer expectations.

This role involves managing the critical path for each product, coordinating with cross-functional teams (colour, raw materials, fit, and quality), and ensuring all products meet aesthetic, construction, performance, safety, sustainability, and regulatory standards.

• Lead, coordinate, and manage the product development process, ensuring all products are delivered on time and within agreed timelines.


• Maintain a clear and organized development critical path, tracking milestones and deadlines.


• Oversee product construction, fit, and overall make-up, collaborating with design and technical teams to ensure fit consistency and alignment with specifications.


• Ensure products meet Gymshark’s quality standards and sustainability claims.


• Manage coordination with cross-functional teams (colour, fit, raw materials, quality) to ensure smooth communication and resolve challenges quickly.


• Act as the technical point of contact for all products under your development.


• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and performance standards.


• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to meet timelines, quality standards, and technical specifications.


• Maintain thorough documentation (tech packs, sealed samples) and provide regular status updates to your manager.


• Uphold responsible purchasing practices, ensuring decisions align with Gymshark’s ethical sourcing standards and sustainability goals.

• On-time product development and proactive management of potential delays.


• Ensuring fit, construction, and quality standards are met across all products.


• Coordinating effectively with cross-functional teams and acting as the main point of contact.


• Compliance with legal, regulatory, and sustainability requirements.


• Maintaining accurate documentation and reporting progress to senior stakeholders.

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, and technical development.


• Understanding of product development timelines and processes.


• Technical knowledge of colour development, raw materials, and quality standards.


• Familiarity with sustainability practices and compliance regulations.


• Experience working with cross-functional teams.


• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.


• Proficiency in PLM systems, Excel, and CAD software.


• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred:

• Fluent in written and spoken English.


• Proficient in Microsoft Suite.

This is a hybrid role and would require the successful candidate to attend at least 4 days a week at GSHQ, Solihull, UK.