Product Developer

At Mons Royale, we believe action and adventure sports can be a force for good.
But most of the gear made for these sports is trashing the planet.
That's why we're on a mission to shift riders from synthetics to natural fibres—designing high-performance merino apparel that doesn't mess up the places we love to playAs a Product Developer, you'll be on the front lines of creating high-performance, style-forward and responsibly made apparel.
You'll help bring our products to life - from first sketch to final sample - with a laser focus on quality, speed, sustainability and impact.This role is built for someone who thrives in a fast-paced DTC environment where decisions are made quickly and product is built with purpose.
You'll work across design, product and sourcing teams to shape garments that not only perform in the wild, but do right by the planet with natural fibres, especially merino wool at the core of everything we do.What you'll be doingOwn seasonal product development from tech pack creation through to production handover across apparel, accessories and socks.Bring ideas to life - collaborate with design and product leads to turn creative concepts into fit for purpose product.Work with merino and natural fibres - understand the nuances of natural fibre performance, manage fabric developments and ensure materials meet durability, comfort, and sustainability benchmarks.Manage key assets and systems - coordinate lab dips, prints, trims and graphic applications.
Maintain accurate style data and product details in our PLM system (Backbone).Attend fittings and refinement - review samples, capture feedback and translate it into actionable updates for our vendors.Champion sustainable development - keep our commitment to ethical, traceable and planet-first production front and centre - especially in fabric, trim and finishing decisions.Foster strong vendor partnerships - communicate clearly and frequently with suppliers to ensure samples, pricing and timelines are on track.Move with speed and intent - operate with a DTC mindset - rapid feedback, efficient workflows and consumer-first thinking.Elevate every product - keep performance, aesthetic, cost and impact in balance - every stitch, every time.What You Bring:A passion for product and a curiosity about how great gear gets made.Solid understanding of garment construction and development, especially in natural fibre apparel.Strong organizational and communication skills, with a collaborative, problem-solving mindset.PLM system experience (or the drive to master it fast).An appreciation for merino wool, its unique performance benefits and a commitment to sustainability that goes deeper than buzzwords.A love for the outdoors and a desire to build better gear for people who live and play outside.We have selected a closing date for applications of 20th May.
However, we're excited to get this role started so applicant screening will commence immediately.
Applications may close early if the position is filled so do not delay.You must have a valid NZ work visa.We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.Opportunity for GrowthMons Royale is a fast-growing brand in the action and adventure sports space with lots of opportunities for career development, within and outside NZ.Mountain town lifestyle and flexibilityWe are based in mountain towns because we value time spent in the mountains and want to enable and encourage our team to achieve a work/life balance.
While we do work hard and put in the hours, we also believe in the value of having a life outside of the workplace.
This role will be based in our brand home, Wanaka.
We value people and our teamCompany culture is important to us.
We're often together in the mountains or catching up for a happy-hour bike ride.
With offices in Squamish, Innsbruck, and our hometown of Wanaka, Mons is comprised of a globally diverse workforce.
We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and therefore all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment.Embracing the entrepreneurial spiritBeing a part of a fast-growing brand means that there's never a dull moment and that you'll likely be involved in a lot of opportunities that may fall outside of your typical job description.Competitive Salary and Discounts to fuel your passionWe offer competitive remuneration, discounted Mons Royale product and access to discounts across the outdoor industry.
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