Accessories Product Developer/Designer

  • Zachary Daniels Recruitment
  • Bolton, Lancashire
  • Apr 10, 2026
Full time Retail

Job Description

Accessories Product Developer / Designer North West 33,000 - 38,000 Retail, Hospitality & Leisure

  • Your birthday off
  • Private healthcare
  • 4% employer pension contribution (enhanced)
  • Life assurance (x4 salary)
  • Modern office
  • Free parking + EV charging
  • Ability to have Hybrid Working

We're looking for a talented, commercially minded Accessories Designer / Product Developer to lead the creative direction of one of our clients key product areas. This is a rare opportunity to own your category end-to-end, from first concept to finished product on the shelf. You'll report into a supportive senior leader, but you'll also have the freedom to think big, act entrepreneurially, and shape the future of the range.

This is a well-established, growing business with 25+ years of success, a team of nearly 100 people, and a strong reputation in the accessories market. Based in the heart of the North West, they combine heritage with a forward-thinking, creative culture.



What You'll Be Doing:

  • Own your product category - driving design from concept through to production
  • Create commercial, trend-led accessory collections that customers love
  • Translate insights, trends and ideas into well-engineered, cost-effective products
  • Develop seasonal concepts including colour, materials, trims and finishes
  • Produce clear CADs and tech packs that streamline sampling and production
  • Work closely with Product, Merchandising and Commercial teams to align product with strategy
  • Collaborate with suppliers to ensure quality, margin and timelines are delivered
  • Use AI and digital tools to enhance your creative and development process
  • Travel to key cities, trade shows and retail spaces to stay ahead of trends
  • Champion sustainability, incorporating better materials and packaging wherever possible


What We're Looking For:

  • 2+ years' experience in accessories design or product development
  • A strong mix of creativity and commercial awareness
  • Confidence to present ideas and influence decisions
  • Experience designing to cost/margin targets
  • Solid understanding of materials, construction and product engineering
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and hit deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator + core business tools
  • A genuine passion for trends, brands and consumer behaviour

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