Product Development Associate

Product Development Associate

We are looking for a product development associate to support our legwear division which includes multiple categories within ladies, men’s, kids and infants. This role supports the product development of our stock collections for Spring & Fall seasons, as well as development of our made-to-order programs by customer account. The job functions of this role oversee product designs from conception to production readiness. A product developer plays a crucial role that guides the creation of styles in various categories. The ideal candidate has a positive can-do attitude and willingness to help execute urgent projects.

Responsibilities

• Create and share tech packs to factory.
• Keep a detailed log of sample status.
• Check in development & pre-production samples which includes but is not limited to color, pattern execution, fit etc.
• Share sample comments with factory.
• Request sample revisions as needed.
• Liaise amongst team members such as design, production, and sales on product development matters to ensure smooth workflow.
• Meet deadlines set forth in the time and action calendar.
• Organize and prepare samples for various meetings including internal open to buy meets and licensor reviews.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of apparel or accessory product development experience
• PLM experience
• Ability to work in Adobe Illustrator
• Wholesale experience preferred
• Knowledge of WIP and T&A calendars
• Organized with excellent follow up skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working collaboratively and communicating with multiple teams

Pay Transparency - $55,000- $60,000