Working Pattern: Typically 5 days in the office with core hours flexible between 8am-6pm Based between Alfred Place London and The Barn Market Harborough
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role across two growing areas of the NEXT business The Set andLicensed Brands.
The Set is NEXTs own contemporary brand built around effortless sophisticated timeless and affordable pieces. Alongside this our Licensed Brands business continues to grow working with some of the UKs best-known brands across childrenswear womenswear and accessories.
Working across both brands youll be responsible for developing a broad product portfolio including footwear and accessories ensuring products meet our high standards for quality fit comfort safety and performance while supporting innovation and commerciality throughout the product lifecycle.
This is a varied role requiring someone who enjoys working across multiple product categories can adapt quickly to changing priorities and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The role will be based across both our London and Market Harborough offices working closely with Buying Design Merchandising Fabric Technology and our global supply base.
What Youll Take On
Develop footwear and accessory product areas from concept through to production driving technical excellence quality and product improvements across The Set and Licensed Brands.
Work collaboratively with Product teams to deliver commercially successful products that meet customer expectations for quality fit comfort and value.
Approve and progress product through the critical path by providing clear technical direction reviewing samples assessing fit and comfort monitoring construction materials and manufacturing methods whilst ensuring all testing and legislative requirements are achieved.
Manage supplier performance building strong relationships to improve technical capability consistency and product quality.
Review in-season performance analyse customer feedback and returns and use data to drive continuous product improvements and reduce returns.
Support innovation by identifying opportunities to improve product performance manufacturing efficiencies and customer value.
What Youll Bring
Whilst experience across footwear is essential were not looking for someone who has worked across every product category. More important is a positive attitude commercial awareness and the agility to learn quickly.
Youll have previous experience in childrens footwear with a strong understanding of fit comfort construction testing and legislative requirements. Experience across accessories such as bags hats gloves scarves socks and sunglasses is desirable but were looking for someone who is adaptable curious and keen to broaden their technical expertise.
This role spans two teams and a number of brands with a diverse product portfolio so success will come from your ability to build strong relationships embrace new challenges and confidently apply your technical knowledge across multiple product categories. Youll be collaborative resilient and solutions-focused with excellent communication skills and the confidence to influence cross-functional teams and suppliers.
Your Team
Our Product Technology teams have a wealth of knowledge and experience across multiple product categories and territories. This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your technical expertise across both footwear and accessories while working alongside experienced product teams within two exciting and growing brands.
If youre looking for a varied technical role where no two days are the same enjoy building strong relationships and want to help shape the future of two ambitious brands wed love to hear from you.
Sponsorship
Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship for this role will be required to meet the Home Office sponsorship requirements. For further information please see: encourage early applications for our roles as our recruitment process begins as soon as the role is advertised. If we successfully fill the position this advert may close earlier than planned.
At NEXT we believe the best work happens when there are no barriers to collaboration. Thats why we are a Google-powered workspace. From your very first day youll be using the full Google Workspace suite; Docs Drive and Meet to stay connected and move fast.
If your previous experience is rooted in other software suites dont worry! Well point you to a digital Google toolkit the moment you join packed with handy guides and insider tips to help you transition smoothly and hit the ground running.
#LI-Onsite
Required Experience:
IC
Product Technologist, Footwear and Accessories • Leicester, England, UK
Merchandiser - Customer & Supply chain.If you're the kind of person who loves keeping everything organised, enjoys building relationships with customers and suppliers, and gets genuine sati... Show more
The RoleRubix Valve Technology is a specialist channel focussed upon the supply of engineered valves and ancillary products into high-value project-based customers.The Technical Manager will contri... Show more
We're on the lookout for an energetic and inspiring.As a Product Team Leader, you will lead, inspire, and empower your store team to deliver an inspirational customer journey and a great place to w... Show more
We're looking for an experienced, skilled and motivated Depot Engineer to join our workshop team.Reporting to the Depot Manager, you'll play a key role in servicing, maintaining and repairi... Show more
A global automation solutions provider in the UK is looking for a field service engineer.You will be responsible for servicing and maintaining equipment, training customers, and solving technical p... Show more
Job Description: Remember to check your CV before applying Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role.Cosworth are hiring Engine Build Technicians to join our Engine Bu... Show more
As a Senior Process Technologist, you help make sure products run well on our lines every day.You improve processes, solve problems and support safe, efficient production.You work with Technical, O... Show more
The products you help deliver will support scientists around the world in improving people's lives.As a Product Assembly Team Leader, you'll lead from the front in a hands‑on production environment... Show more
Senior Product Safety Engineer.We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.Join BAE Systems and youll be p... Show more
Barker Ross is recruiting on behalf of a leading specialist in mechanised irrigation and water management.This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same.You'll spend the majorit... Show more
A leading MedTech scale-up in Nottingham is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager/Product Owner to take full product ownership and drive mechanical designs from concept to production.The ideal... Show more
Hybrid 2 days per week in office).Our client Consumer Services Marketplace team works on innovative products and capabilities to help people make better financial decisions and get better offers wh... Show more
Vision Express in Leicester seeks a Retail Optical Assistant to provide exceptional customer service while assisting in eyewear fittings and pre-screening tests using advanced technology.You'll eng... Show more
Full Time In Office, Nottingham (NG8).Passionate and motivated people are the power behind our growth so we’re looking to expand our team, and you could be part of our success story.Here’s a taste ... Show more
Company Benefits + Training + More.Are you a Toolmaker or similar looking to join a local and well-established business who specialise in making pre-production and POS tools for the medical, automo... Show more
We are currently seeking a skilled.Panda and support our operations within the waste management sector.This includes equipment such as loaders, compactors, conveyors, shredders, balers. Show more
Join to apply for the Development Technologist role at TieTalent.We are a fourth-generation family business producing high quality own-label products for many of the UKs best-known retailers along ... Show more
Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better.As a vibrant and fast-... Show more
We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Product Manager role for a Northampton based Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing company.The company is a leader in its sector and is currently lo... Show more
A leading defense technology company in Northampton is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer to lead hardware design and development for electronic systems.The successful candidate will manage project... Show more
