Product Developer

About the role

The Product Developer will play a key role in shaping merchandise that connects athletes, supporters, and fans to some of the world’s most inspiring endurance events. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Product Development, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-performance, caring culture where innovation thrives, communities are uplifted, and every achievement, big or small, is celebrated.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day product development activities for assigned merchandise categories, managing products from concept through commercialization.
• Cook up line plans, sample reviews, artwork development, and vendor communication to support timely execution of seasonal assortments.
• Manage seasonal development calendars, proactively tracking milestones, vendor deliverables, and product launch timelines to support on-time execution.
• Review and approve product samples for quality, fit, construction, artwork placement, and brand consistency.
• Create, manage, and distribute artboards, technical packages, and product specifications to vendors, ensuring accuracy and alignment with brand standards.
• Partner with vendors to develop products, source materials, evaluate capabilities, and drive continuous improvements in quality, cost, and speed to market.
• Maintain product data integrity across systems and oversee product documentation, reporting, and digital asset management.
• Analyze sales performance and customer feedback to inform future assortment and product decisions.
• Stay current on market trends, vendors, materials, art styles, silhouettes, and product innovations, using insights to identify new product opportunities relevant to the IRONMAN brand and customer experience.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Working knowledge of apparel construction, embellishment techniques, fabrics, trims, materials, and sourcing processes.
• Experience managing product development timelines across multiple seasonal collections.
• Ability to interpret sales data and market trends to support product strategy.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and remain effective in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain a professional atmosphere for employees, clients, and customers.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Textile Merchandising, Marketing, Product Development, or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in product development, merchandising, buying, sourcing, apparel, or a related retail environment.
• Ability to travel to select events.