Junior Product Developer, Loblaw Brands – Loblaw

Title of the Job: Junior Product Developer, Loblaw Brands

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.Founded in 2006, Joe Fresh is a leading source for modern style and accessible design, offering comprehensive lifestyle collections for men, women and children. Joe Fresh delivers quality and compelling value in categories spanning in apparel, accessories, and footwear. Joe Fresh collections are polished and sophisticated, with a focus on essential designs that appeal to a broad range of style-savvy consumers. With more than 350 Joe Fresh departments from coast to coast, the Joe fresh network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work. We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness, and inclusivity. We are looking for innovative, hardworking, and collaborative team members for our Joe Fresh team. Join our team in our goal of helping Canadians Live Life Well®.In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.What you’ll do :Manage the communication with factoriesRequest and track trim/ artwork submits, review and share comments with vendorsCreation and maintain WIP reportsMaintain PLM accuracy and detailsWork closely with PD and Design Team on sourcing and tracking fabrications, trims, techniques for future developmentsWork with Design/Product Development to ensure all details and timelines are met, red-flagging issues immediately Work closely with cross functional teams to adhere to the margin targets without sacrificing the integrity of the stylePrepare/ Attend and participate in Line Review and Finalization meetingsNegotiate costs directly with overseas factories to achieve the desired price point and margin goalsCollaborate with the Design Team to implement styles from initial concept through pass off to the Production TeamConnect with factories and follow-up on design development and style confirmationResponsible for tracking and distribution of fabric/trim sourcing to Design teamDaily communication to ensure vendors enforce to Development CalendarBuild and Maintain BOM with accuracyPass development to Production with transparency for them to carry out production autonomouslyAnalyze sales data from present and past seasonsParticipate in team store visitsCommitment to promoting a workplace of inclusiveness and belongingWhat you bring:3+ experience in a retail or fashion-related industry roleExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong analytical skills, retail math skills and attention to detailAbility to be self-motivated; to adapt to a fast-paced environmentMust be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPointPLM is a plus, Proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop will be an assetHighly organized and strong time management skillsWorks well within a team environmentHow You’ll Succeed:
At Joe Fresh, we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.Joe Fresh recognizes Canada’s diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

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