Associate Product Developer

Key Responsibilities

• Support the product development process across multiple apparel categories
• Manage development details from concept through production readiness
• Create and maintain product specs, costing information, and development documentation in PLM
• Track calendars, approvals, and milestones to help keep projects on schedule
• Review fabrics, trims, wash treatments, prints, and construction details
• Evaluate prototypes and samples and communicate clear feedback to vendors and internal teams
• Maintain organization across a high volume of styles
• Partner with internal teams to support margin goals and product quality
• Identify opportunities for cost savings through materials, sourcing, or construction changes
• Communicate with vendors and factory partners throughout the development cycle
• Troubleshoot issues proactively to avoid delays and support on-time delivery

Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of experience in apparel product development
• Experience working in a high-volume environment preferred
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, textiles, costing, sourcing, and PLM systems
• Able to manage multiple product categories and deadlines at once
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-through skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Product Development, Apparel Manufacturing, or a related field preferred