Future Opportunities: Product Developer - Textile

About the role

Rocky Mountain ATV/MC is always looking for talented individuals to join our team. While we may not have an immediate opening for a Textile Product Developer, we're always interested in connecting with passionate candidates. By applying to this Future Opportunities posting, you'll let our team know you're interested in being considered when a position becomes available.

For over 40 years, Rocky Mountain ATV/MC has grown to become one of the world's largest providers for power-sport enthusiasts—offering the largest selection of riding gear and parts available. We are not just a distributor; we are gear testers, product developers, manufacturers of off-road parts/components, and a leading resource for instruction and demonstration in the powersports industry. In 2021, Rocky Mountain ATV/MC became a 100% Employee-Owned Organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop products within assigned categories from concept to completion.
• Coordinate with designer and PLM to create in-depth market research to determine market needs and demands.
• Provide improvements to the development process.
• Create and maintain sample and development calendar.
• Manage fittings and fit comments throughout the development process.
• Manage competitive benchmarking, product features, and product opportunities options.
• Create development reviews for vendors, including identifying changes, next steps, sizing, etc.
• Negotiate pricing with vendors, review/change BOM to meet pricing targets, create size charts, etc.
• Solo overseas travel to factories to work on design projects.
• Other design responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• 3-5 years’ experience within the product development field.
• An interest, or active participation, in the powersports industry is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing practice and methods in the garment industry, including sewing, materials, construction layout, and pattern making.
• Focus on bags/luggage is preferred.
• Highly organized, self-starter with the drive to manage vendor partnerships and projects effectively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively problem solve a variety of issues while maintaining a solution-based approach.
• High proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; project management software is a plus.
• Broad understanding of the development process, create tech packs, and work directly with vendors.
• Broad understanding of garment construction, material, and trims.
• Understanding of materials, structures, functions, and how they can be used in the development process.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the design, manufacturing, and production process.
• Ability to guide and foster growth in a collaborative team environment within multiple disciplines.

Physical Requirements

• Regular physical ability to walk and function in elevation changes by means of self-propulsion, including steps, ladders, and varied walking and working surfaces.
• Ability to negotiate warehouse work areas safely.
• Vision abilities including close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
• Use of hands to handle tools, objects, materials, and controls.
• Frequent ability to sit, talk, hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to read, write, and understand basics of the English language.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and up to 45 pounds assisted or if capable.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Competitive compensation with regular bonuses.
• Excellent tuition reimbursement, graduation bonus, and zero-interest education loans for all employees.
• Delicious onsite cafeterias with discounted meals.
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance plans.
• 401K with company match.
• PTO and holiday pay.
• Wellness programs and discounted local gym membership.
• Powersport and wellness race/participation reimbursements.
• Generous employee discount on thousands of products.
• Career advancement, professional development, and opportunities to grow.