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Product Developer (12-month fixed contract)

Princess Polly
4 hours ago
Contract
On-site
Burleigh Heads, 04

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Princess Polly is seeking a Product Developer for a 12-month fixed maternity leave cover in Burleigh Heads, onsite, to turn our exclusive in‑house designs into production‑ready apparel. You’ll partner with Design, Suppliers and Supply Chain to keep the product pipeline moving, process monthly fits, manage accurate data across systems, and support margin targets and Lower Impact (LI) product goals. Success means delivering styles from concept to ex‑factory within eight weeks, sending fit comments within 24 hours, and maintaining category margins and quality. Ideal candidates hold tertiary qualifications in Design or Pattern Making or relevant development experience, strong tech pack and grading knowledge, and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Excel, plus excellent supplier negotiation. To apply, tailor your resume to show fast cross‑functional delivery, data accuracy, and concrete outcomes with suppliers and factories.

Princess Polly is the global fashion brand at the forefront of trend-driven, lower impact and accessible apparel. Established as an online force in the Australian retail scene in 2010, Princess Polly quickly became the clothing brand found in every influencer haul, viral TikTok, Instagram OOTD and celeb street looks. Now, one of the fastest-growing online women's fashion brands in the USA, Princess Polly has been delivering the best online shopping experience to customers worldwide for over 10 years. 

As a part of A.K.A Brands; we are a global player with offices located in Los Angeles and Australia’s Gold Coast. With big plans ahead, we're always on the hunt for new talent to join our global team. 

Princess Polly is on the hunt for a Product Developer to turn our exclusive in-house designs into beautifully executed products delivered to our customers. You’ll work closely with Design, Suppliers, and Supply Chain to keep our product pipeline moving with precision, passion, and purpose.

This 12-month maternity leave cover is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, high-growth team while building your career and gaining exposure to our global business.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Process and fit styles monthly, ensuring all designs are delivered on time and to spec.

  • Manage accurate and timely data entry across systems to keep the critical path seamless.

  • Partner with Design to support margin targets and contribute to Lower Impact (LI) product goals.

  • Review tech packs, action fit comments, and drive end-to-end style progression from concept through production.

  • Build strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers and factories.

  • Support quality assurance through accurate measurements, spec adherence, and thorough fit session follow-ups.

  • Work closely with Supply Chain to maintain timelines, raw material planning, and on-time delivery of samples.

What Success Looks Like:

  • Process tech packs and samples weekly, accurately and on time, maintaining category margins.

  • Deliver styles from concept to ex-factory within 8 weeks, using no more than two samples.

  • Send fit comments within 24 hours to keep development moving.

  • Achieve category-level return rates at or below benchmarks.

  • Actively contribute to a solutions-focused, high-performing team culture.

What You’ll Need:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Design, Pattern Making, or Grading (preferred) OR relevant product development experience.

  • Strong understanding of tech packs, garment specs, and pattern making/grading fundamentals.

  • Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Excel, and industry-standard software.

  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence suppliers.

  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

  • A keen eye for detail, fit, quality, and emerging fashion trends.

If you’re passionate about turning fashion concepts into reality and thrive in a fast-moving environment, your career awaits you at Princess Polly.

We recognise that asking you to give 100% of yourself on a daily basis requires us to offer an amazing opportunity.

Competitive salary package.
Flexible working arrangements.
Access to a best in class parental leave and family planning program.
Exceptional employee discount program.
A stunning newly renovated office in beautiful Burleigh Heads;
Work as part of a team of dedicated individuals focused on doing their best each day.
Staff social activities.
Monthly birthday celebrations.

Aside from the amazing tangible benefits and perks, Princess Polly offers you the chance to make a daily impact on a global business. 

Princess Polly is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) We're committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Come join us, different makes us better.

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