Product Developer
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Product Developer to join our Product Creation team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing sportswear for men, women, and children, working with vendors to ensure that products meet our high standards of performance, quality, and cost.
Building on your solid foundation in garment fitting and size development, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams - including design, production, and sustainability - to create functional, innovative products that align with our brand values and customer needs.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong foundation in product development to apply their expertise, take ownership of key tasks, and contribute meaningfully to the success of our renowned brands. You will gain further experience in a dynamic and collaborative environment while helping to uphold our commitment to quality, performance, and cost-effectiveness.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
- Develop products in line with brand design directions and target costs in collaboration with designer.
- Deliver products that meet brand quality standards, fit, and function.
- Manage the product development process from prototype to pre-production samples, including tech pack creation, fit sessions, prototype reviews, review costs critically, and daily vendor communication.
- Ensure tech packs are accurate and up to date, leading to the production of high-quality finished products.
- Conduct vendor visits as needed.
- Actively participate in relevant meetings.
Key Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or relevant education in garment construction, textiles, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in product development.
- Extensive expertise and hands-on experience in garment fitting, pattern cutting, and size development.
- Previous experience working directly with vendors, and experience with vendors in Vietnam and Bangladesh is an asset.
- Familiarity with sportswear construction, manufacturing, and industry standards.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, PLM, and Microsoft 365.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
As a person you have skills such as...
- Ability to self-motivate and keep progression.
- Detail-oriented and systematic.
- Problem solver with a commercial mindset.
What We Offer:
Active Brands has a dynamic work environment with passionate colleagues. We are located in a modern office near the T-bane in Nydalen. There are opportunities for (ice) bathing in Akerselva during lunch breaks, outdoor dining in the park or enjoying the beautiful view from our rooftop terrace. Other benefits are;
- Subsidized Employee cafeteria.
- Subsidized Sats membership
- Subsidized parking near office.
- Personal discount on Active Brands products in our online stores.
In our team we work together and win together. If you believe you’re the right fit, we look forward to hearing from you!
Application Process: If you are interested, please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are a great fit for this role by January 5th.
- Teams
- Product Creation & Development
- Locations
- Oslo
Oslo
ACTIVE BRANDS FOR ACTIVE PEOPLE
About Active Brands AS
Active Brands is a leading supplier of premium brand goods to sports retail in the Nordic region. The brand portfolio consists currently of Kari Traa, Bula, Åsnes, Dæhlie, Johaug, and Sweet Protection.
Founded in 2009, Active Brands has evolved from a Norwegian brand incubation platform to a global brand accelerator with a strong international footprint.
The number of employees is about 250, situated in Oslo, Voss, Gothenburg, Trysil, Copenhagen, Helsinki, Denver, and Shanghai. Active Brands aims to build strong brand positions and to become a preferred partner to retailers. Active Brands has great ambitions for growth through our existing brands as well as future acquisitions.
The main shareholders are FSN Capital AS and Verdane Capital Advisors AS.
Product Developer
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