Technical Product Developer (Temporary, 12 months)

BRPSherbrooke, QC

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$40.00 hourly

Job description

BRP looks for people who can grow, think, dream, and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders, and visionaries. It's about each person bringing their authentic self, skills, and passion to serve our consumers. The team has the unique ability to see beyond trends to identify what products will genuinely help our consumers have a world-class riding experience.

You will identify opportunities to elevate our product offering. You'll be an expert in apparel with knowledge in development, design, and understanding the whole supply chain. You'll be communicative, collaborative, creative and hands-on.

YOU'LL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO :

Manage a variety of technical apparel & sportswear projects - within structured timelines and multiple, parallel, development calendars.
Engage in tech pack creation - sketches, details, garment construction, trims, fabrics, graphic application, labels, packaging, and BRP garment standards.
Maintain and update technical packages and garments standards with the latest information throughout the development cycle.
Conduct live fittings internally and communicate subsequent fit comments with spec measurements and instructions to the supplier.
Execute concept testing and prototype building to quickly iterate on ideas; fail fast and learn faster.
Evaluate, analyze & measure sample / proto materials to ensure accuracy when compared to technical package, quality of execution, and attainment of target costs.
Conduct critical analysis of existing garments / fabrics to engineer new solutions.
Enter technical, coloration and customs information into database.
Collaborate with design, pattern, purchasing and product teams to achieve departmental objectives.
Interpret data / test results and develops action plans.
Work on multiple project schedule coordination and tracking within a fast-paced product development environment.
Work collaboratively across divisions to make sure everyone is aligned.
Communicate with overseas makers daily.
Other duties and responsibilities as required.

YOU'LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES :

A technical expert with love of apparel development and prototyping.

Motivated self-starter, with the ability to complete project goals with minimal supervision with high attention to details and quality of work.

A planner with logical and analytical thinking, time management skills, and judgment to prioritize projects.

Outside the box thinker with a documented history of problem solving.

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate.

A strong communicator with strong verbal and written communication and people skills.

A minimum of 3 years' experience of experience in a similar role, with focus on creative problem solving for consumer products.

College Degree in an apparel related field, or equivalent of work experience.

Knowledge of materials, fabrics and garment construction, fitting and specifications applied graphic processes and fashion / gear lifecycle.

Experience in technical clothing

Good logic and time management skills.

Excellent knowledge of Illustrator is a must; InDesign a strong asset; Excel, PPT and Word expected.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. French speaking area, so bi-lingual is an asset.

Do you have other qualifications? Tell us what is unique about you that would be a great addition to the team.

THE ROAD SHOULD BELONG TO EVERYONE.

We still live in a world where many feel the road is for other people. We believe we can make a difference. Moving people goes beyond making innovative products.

We strive to nurture our people's aspirations, to exceed our riders' expectations and stand in solidarity with all the communities that ride with us.

Building a more inclusive BRP with no barriers for those who seek to ride starts from within, and we need everyone's commitment, drive and dedication to make it a reality.

AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.

Let's start with a strong foundation — You want it, we have it :

Annual bonus : we work hard, and we know it. This yearly thank you is our way to fuel your dreams.

Generous paid time away : winding down is as important as creating the future of recreational products.

Pension plan : we want to make sure you'll enjoy retirement; we've got you covered.

Collective saving opportunities : being part of BRP allows you to tap into the strength of our saving programs.

Industry leading healthcare : fully paid by BRP, this program is here for you, whatever happens, so you can focus on what matters.

What about some feel good extras :

Flexible work schedule : balance is key to innovation, and we want to make sure you are at the top of your game with a schedule that will work for you.

Summer schedule : time flies at BRP, so we hit pause to enjoy it.

Holiday season shutdown : between Christmas and New Year's, we close our facilities and refill on good times.

Educational resources : you love what you do, and we get you resources to stay cutting-edge, so we all win together.

Discount on BRP products : what we build is amazing, freeing, revolutionary, and you're first in line for the experience.

WELCOME TO BRP

We're a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 23,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it's not about the destination; It's about the journey.

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