Talent.com
Scruffs Workwear Ltd
Product Development ManagerScruffs Workwear Ltd • Yeovil, England, GB
Product Development Manager

Product Development Manager

Scruffs Workwear Ltd • Yeovil, England, GB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated and creative Product Development Manager to join the Scruffs Team. This role will play a key part in driving the design and development of innovative, functional, and commercially successful products that meet the needs of the Scruffs customer. Working closely with the Category Managers, Garment Technologist, and Sourcing Office, the Product Development Manager will oversee the product lifecycle from concept through to production, ensuring product quality, cost effectiveness, and alignment with brand strategy.

Main Responsibilities

Product Design & Development

  • Design and develop innovative, functional products that align with Scruffs’ brand identity and customer needs.
  • Oversee the full design process from concept to production, ensuring design intent, quality, and cost targets are achieved.
  • Create and maintain detailed tech packs for all product designs.
  • Manage and monitor the product critical path, leading CP meetings to ensure timelines and ex‑factory dates are maintained.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Category Managers, Garment Technologist, and Sourcing Office to ensure design feasibility and commercial viability.
  • Partner with the Sales and Marketing teams to support product launches, storytelling, and visual presentations.
  • Build strong working relationships with suppliers and internal departments through regular communication and collaboration.

Product Review & Approval

  • Review and approve all design submissions, including samples, lab dips, bulk fabric, trims, and print approvals.
  • Support the approval of labelling and packaging in line with brand standards.
  • Lead product development meetings to ensure designs are executed to the highest standards.

Research & Trend Insight

  • Conduct trend, competitor, and market research to inform and inspire product direction.
  • Undertake regular store visits and online research to identify opportunities for innovation and range improvement.
  • Consider sustainability and ethical practices when selecting materials and designing products.

Administration & Organisation

  • Support with wear trials and feedback analysis to inform product improvements.
  • Ensure all designs adhere to relevant safety standards and compliance requirements.

Required Skills

  • Proven experience in Product Development or Design, ideally within workwear, outdoor, or performance apparel.
  • Strong understanding of garment construction, fabric properties, and manufacturing processes.
  • Excellent Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Strong critical path management and project coordination skills.
  • Highly organised, proactive and adaptable, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Creative and commercially minded, with an ability to balance innovation and cost effectiveness.
  • Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
  • Awareness of sustainability, ethical practices, and industry compliance standards.
  • Willing and able to travel as required.

Schedule

Full time: Monday‑Friday

Job Type: Full‑time

Location

Either our Yeovil or Nottingham offices

Benefits

  • Company pension.
  • Optional holiday purchase scheme.
  • Employee discount.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Create a job alert for this search

Product Development Manager • Yeovil, England, GB

Similar jobs

Lead Product Manager

Made Tech LimitedBristol, England, GB
Part-time +1

Any UK Office Hub (Bristol / London / Manchester / Swansea).GBP 64,000 - GBP 75,000 / year.Our aim at Made Tech is to use human‑centred technology to improve our society.We believe putting people a... Show more

 • Promoted

Business Development Manager - Machining

COMPLETE TALENT SERVICES LIMITEDBristol, ENG, GB
Permanent

Our client, a leading sub contract machinist based in the Gloucester area are looking to recruit an experienced Business Development / Sales Manager to join the business on a permanent basis to exp... Show more

 • Promoted

Production Manager

Gap Technical LtdSherborne, ENG, GB
Full-time

Production Manager£60,000 - £70,000SherborneDays Only (Mon-Fri)gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Production Manager to ... Show more

 • Promoted

Business Development Manager PGA

IngeteamBristol, England, United Kingdom
Full-time

Define and execute the go‑to‑market strategy for Grid Automation solutions in the UK.Identify and pursue new business opportunities with utilities (TSOs/DOSs), OEMs, EPC contractors, industrial cli... Show more

Retail Development Manager

Zachary DanielsBristol, Bristol, GB
Full-time

Retail Development Manager | Bristol | Up to £35,000 basic plus bonus and car.The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are ... Show more

 • Promoted

Lead Product Manager: Hands-On, AI-Driven B2B SaaS (Hybrid)

Comply365Bristol, England, GB
Full-time

Comply365 is seeking a Lead Senior Product Manager to own meaningful product areas end-to-end while line managing a team of Product Managers.This hands-on player-coach role leads discovery, shapes ... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Product Manager, Digital Retention & Platforms

iO Associates - UK/EUBristol, England, GB
Full-time

A leading technology staffing firm is seeking a Principal Product Manager focusing on Digital Platforms & Retention.This mid-senior level role based in Bristol (Hybrid) involves leading product man... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Product Manager

Made TechBristol, England, GB
Part-time +1

Any UK Office Hub (Bristol / London / Manchester / Swansea).Are you a Product Manager, passionate about user‑centred design? If solving complex problems that uplift societal value feels rewarding t... Show more

 • Promoted

Business Development Manager - £35,000 - £50,000 A Year

Europa Worldwide GroupKingswood, United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland, UK
Full-time

Seeking a Business Development Manager for Europa Worldwide Group's Road Freight division in Bristol.Responsibilities include developing customer bases, sourcing leads, making sales calls, and mana... Show more

 • Promoted

Apparel Product Development Manager – Concept to Production

Scruffs Workwear LtdYeovil, England, GB
Full-time

A leading workwear manufacturer is seeking a highly motivated Product Development Manager to join their team.This role involves designing innovative products, overseeing the product lifecycle, and ... Show more

 • Promoted

Technical Product Manager - Software

Future Talent GroupBristol, England, GB
Full-time

Technical Product Manager | Software - Advanced Manufacturing, Robotics & Industrial Technology.We’re supporting a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing technology business that is developing next... Show more

 • Promoted

Assistant Merchandiser

ClarksStreet, England, United Kingdom
Full-time

Assistant Merchandiser Location - Street, Somerset ( on-site) As an Assistant Merchandiser, you will be utilising your analytical mindset and to ensure the merchandising process is fully suppor... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Product Manager – Lead

Comply365Bristol, England, GB
Full-time

Comply365 is a leading global provider of compliance, safety, training and data intelligence technologies serving the aviation, defence and rail industries with over 500+ customers located in more ... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Product Manager

ForcepointPortishead, England, GB
Full-time

Forcepoint simplifies security for global businesses and governments.Forcepoint’s all-in-one, truly cloud-native platform makes it easy to adopt Zero Trust and prevent the theft or loss of sensitiv... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Development Manager - £80,000 A Year - Remote

Piper MaddoxBristol, United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland, UK
Remote
Full-time

Senior Development Manager - Onshore Wind, Solar, Battery Storage.Salary & Package - up to £80,000 DOE + annual bonus, car allowance, healthcare.Piper Maddox are partnering with a leader the UK ren... Show more

 • Promoted

Business Development Manager

Westwood Recruitment LtdBristol, ENG, GB
Full-time

Business Development Manager Commercial Waste.Basic Salary | Company Car | Uncapped Commission | OTE £50,000+.Are you a driven sales professional who thrives on winning new business and build... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Business Development Manager

Synergy GroupBristol, England, GB
Full-time

Synergy Group, a fast-growing B2B events company, is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive sponsorship and partnership revenue across our portfolio of high-impact events, including... Show more

 • Promoted

Business Development Manager (Skills Bootcamps)

We Are Fr GroupBristol, ENG, GB
Permanent +1

Business Development Manager – Skills Bootcamps (Digital) | Bristol/Bath | £40,000–£45,000 + Bonus | PermanentA digital learning provider delivering DfE-funded Skills Bootca... Show more