Role: Product & Production Assistant, Softgoods
Contract: Until 30th June 2026, with possible transition to a permanent role. Starting immediately.
Holiday: 25 days paid leave plus public holidays
Location: Stockholm, Sweden.
Department: Product Development, Softgoods
Reporting to: VP of Product, Apparel
About Loop Tackle Design:
Loop is a renowned Scandinavian brand with a 40-year history of crafting premium fly fishing and outdoor products. Known for its innovative designs, environmental stewardship, and superior product quality, the company has established itself as a respected leader in the European market.
In October 2024, Loop was acquired by COX Enterprises, a US-based conglomerate with over $20 billion in annual revenue. This acquisition has positioned Loop for ambitious global growth, leveraging COX’s extensive resources to expand its market presence, particularly in the United States, the largest fly fishing market.
With a mission to become the world’s leading premium fly fishing brand, Loop is deeply committed to conservation, producing high-performance, sustainable products that align with its values of environmental responsibility. Its offerings include fly fishing equipment, clothing, accessories, wilderness lodges, and outfitter stores in Canada, with plans for further expansion into the outdoor industry.
Loop embodies a start-up mindset during its growth phase, striving for innovation and excellence to deliver unmatched experiences for outdoor and fly fishing enthusiasts worldwide.
The opportunity:
As Product and Production assistant – Apparel & Accessories at Loop, you will support the entire product team in the creation of products with a focus on hands-on coordination of managing products in various stages of development, including managing styles on repeat bulk orders
The Team:
You will be part of a small but growing team. You’ll collaborate with an internal designer, product developer, pattern maker, product line manager and external partners to create world-class products. This team will build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to bring ideas to commercial success
Day-to-day work would include:
· Assisting in the development of products, including interpreting design, coordinating prototype and sample creation, from concept through to commercialization.
· Booking sample and raw materials for bulk production
· Compiling all product materials/construction information, and maintaining accurate pattern libraries and bill of materials (BOM) information, resulting in efficient raw material sourcing/purchasing and accurately produced finished product
· Assisting Design in documenting product standards and technical specifications for all products.
· Assisting with Product development and design in technical specifications and detailed sketches.
· Maintaining a library of sample rounds and comments, tracking decisions, and following up with our manufacturing partners.
· Managing and tracking incoming and outgoing parcels and samples.
· Managing and tracking lab dips, prototypes and sample material orders
· Supporting sales and marketing with relevant materials and tasks.
· Driving traceability and product passport requirements to prepare Loop for the coming legislation and reporting
Background and skills:
· You have 1-3 years’ experience in product development and buying/production, preferably with a focus on technical, apparel and knowledge of performance materials and technical construction.
· You are detail-oriented and accuracy-oriented with strong organizational skills.
· You are proficient in Microsoft Office.
· You have an understanding of the product lifecycle process, from ideation to end-user.
· You demonstrate initiative, agility, and commitment while balancing autonomy and collaboration.
· You have excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
· You inspire innovative thinking and continuous improvement.
· You are collaborative by nature and a multitasker.
· You are proficient in English
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If you’re interested in applying for this role, please send your CV by email to the team at Sports+Outdoor Search at applications@sportsandoutdoorsearch.com. Please include the role name in the subject line of the email. They’ll review all applications and come back to you with initial feedback within seven days of your application.
Closing date: 25th July 2025