Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsFree Parking ; Close to transport linksProgression OpportunitiesAbout Our Client A great opportunity for an Product Development Manager - Home Textiles to join a market leading textile business in the Cheshire area. They design and produce textiles for the Bedroom, living room etc. They have a great reputation in the industry with a number of long service employees.Job DescriptionCollaborates with Design to drive a targeted customer approach to product developmentDevelop commercially viable fabrics & products in line with customer briefs & the business plansBuilds and presents customer product development presentations (PowerPoint/showroom)Lead/support the management team on mill product development and factory audit visitsObtains cost prices from mills, calculates costing and shares prices with customers, renegotiating with mills as required. Maintains approved costing files.Ensures all customer development samples are delivered to customer on time and to agreed specificationLiaises with mills to ensure compliance, certification & production& packaging safety standards are adhered toResponsible for all testing/certification to ensure product/packaging quality meets required customer standardsResponsible for on time receipt & delivery to customer of production samples, packaging wet proofs & shipping imagesEnsure all approvals are correct to agreed specificationLead investigations into non-conformance, including detailed investigation and provide resolutionsLiaise with customer regarding customer complaints. Advise on appropriate course of actionThe Successful ApplicantProduct Development, Buying experience across textiles, homewareMotivate, mentor, coach and support wider Product Development team members (if applicable)Share product knowledge with others and foster a culture of continuous learningCelebrate success and drive positivelyWhat's on OfferCompetitive SalaryClose to transport link Free Parking Product Development ManagerProduct Development ManagerProduct Development ManagerContactLyndsey SheridanQuote job refJN-032025-6687695Phone number+44 161 829 0372Job summaryJob functionRetailSubsectorProduct DevelopmentSectorRetailLocationCheshireContract typePermanentConsultant nameLyndsey SheridanConsultant phone+44 161 829 0372Job referenceJN-032025-6687695
