Senior Product Developer

Senior Product Developer

Manchester, England, United KingdomOverview

The Senior Product Developer is responsible for setting priorities for an assigned category, overseeing the development process from first prototype to bulk production-ready status. Coordinate with US teams to monitor development, approvals, and production-ready status from concept through commercialization. Ensure cross-functional alignment, calendar adherence, and monitoring of quality standards and financial targets. Analyse progress and present corrective action plans to fix items at risk of missing deadlines.Responsibilities

Manage Product Development calendar timelines and guide cross-functional decision making (Design, Art, Merch, Sourcing, Material Team, PCC).Develop material strategy for Protos and SMS with Materials team and PCC.Create BOMs, complete Tech Packs, and post them to the designated database.Communicate with PCC on discrepancies and keep the PD tracker updated.Partner with Design as the technical lead, attending meetings and ensuring design feasibility while meeting margin and pre-costing requirements.Mentor Associate Technical Designer and ensure proper onboarding and tools.Collaborate with Sourcing on costing approvals, factory allocation, and cost-saving opportunities.Work with PCC and cross-functional partners to test development and address quality risks through the full design-to-commercialization process.Monitor prototypes and samples to ensure timely delivery; coordinate corrective actions for delays or licensing roadblocks.Drive SMS Buy Ready with partners to meet on-time go-to-market and production readiness.Prepare for seasonal milestones (Proto/Costing Review, Line Freeze, TP Strategy) and ensure inputs are prepared.Attend fit meetings and ensure consistency across collections in line with global standards.Anticipate downstream impacts of changes and provide solution-oriented support to partners.Production Ready

Ensure data points (Tracker, PLM, Box) are available and updated for PCC to commercialize across leagues/teams.Monitor and audit color consistency on PLM.Prepare licensing samples for approval and audit against approved tech packs.Offer alternative options to keep buy-ready on track when risks arise.Daily Activities

Maintain WIP, tracking, PD records, data input, and parcel coordination.Facilitate timely communication between US offices and PCC.Compile weekly metrics and analyses to support PD KPIs.Identify process improvements to increase speed, efficiency, and quality in collaboration with leadership.Input report card metrics for on-time sample performance and coordinate with PCC on action plans.Lead onboarding and training for new team members and maintain SOP documentation as a subject-matter expert.What You Bring To The Team

Bachelor''s degree in Product Development or related field7+ years of experience in sportswear development and managementTechnical knowledge of fabric, trim, construction, and product engineeringExperience with a US global company and international factoriesStrong communication, problem-solving, and mentoring skillsProficiency in PLM, databases, and MS Office; advanced Excel; 3D development experience is preferredDetail-oriented, able to multitask, and punctual with deadlinesWillingness and ability to travel extensivelyAbility to translate market designs into cost-effective garments while preserving qualityAt Fanatics, we value transparency and honesty. If you don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply and contribute with your unique skills and perspective.Where You’ll Work

Stubbs Mill office in Manchester.What’s In It For You

Culture: Collaborative environment with top-tier talent focused on enhancing the fan experience. Growth and development opportunities are emphasized.Benefits: Competitive benefits tailored to location; details discussed during the interview process.Job Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Product Management and MarketingIndustries: Technology, Information and InternetReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Fanatics by ..... full job details .....