Product Developer

该职位来源于猎聘 What you will do As a Developer on our Technical Development team you will manage and lead moderate to high level technical development of assigned styles from design concept through to production ready hand-off.

You will partner with design to articulate the fit intent and overall aesthetic into 3D and physical proto samples and will ensure the fit and construction/BOM meets or exceeds expectations of quality and cost.

You will own the specifications for the products, publish and maintain all the records, style files, Bill of Materials, and samples associated with the product and related programs. You will provide guidance and knowledge to the cross functional team on construction and fit.

You will lead the cross functional team through a review of fit execution at each proto stage.

You will foster a collaborative and collegial environment across the technical development team and with cross functional partners. How You Will Make a Difference:

• Plan and track the development schedule of prototypes
• Collaborate with the Fit Team to ensure all products within assigned category are aligned to TNF fit standards and guidelines
• Ensure consistent execution of fit intent and fit consistency with support from Fit Team through clear analysis, pattern corrections, visual adjustments, communication and use of block patterns.
• Develop products, recommend constructions, advise on proper fit by style to meet design and Product Management expectations. Provide cost engineering solutions to adhere to the target margins with support from costing
• Schedule and lead fit sessions with support from Sr TD/TD Manager
• Identify and assist in the development of department guidelines and standards to ensure operational excellence and consistency across teams.
• Participate in and/or lead special projects, process or calendar optimization with supervision
• Commercialize assigned styles from SMS to Bulk production and releases specs for Fit and BOM/Construction.

Seasonal travel overseas to manufacturers may be required

• Train and work in V-stitcher 3D software to create P0's, concept patterns, P1's, etc and/or leverage vendor created 3D assets for development to shorten prototype approvals and iterations. What You Will Bring:
• Degree in tech design, patternmaking, or related field and/or equivalent work experience
• 4+ years of experience in Apparel Technical Design
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including fluency in English (any other language is a plus)
• Strong product acumen with working knowledge of apparel product development processes/tools/systems, including development, sourcing and manufacturing
• Excellent collaboration skills and an ability to manage multiple timelines and deadlines
• Working knowledge of Bill of Materials, Specs and tech packs with experience in PLM/PDM systems, 3D programs (Browzwear, Clo, Optitex),
• High degree of agility and adaptability with an ability to work under pressure and to navigate change with open mindedness and flexibility
• A keen interest in innovation and a passion for product
• Growth mindset and enthusiasm for learning new tools and problem-solving
• Passion for your work equal to your passion for getting outside and living it