Product Development Coordinator

About the role

The Product Development Coordinator assembles and coordinates the details of the seasonal product development process and works with a cross‑functional team that includes Design, Merchandising and Production to plan, create and execute product lines.

Responsibilities

• Strategy & Innovation – Assist in development of seasonal product strategies for category with Design, Merchandising and Production teams, including trend identification, color palette, concept, category, style, costing and pricing; balance key items/fashion/basics; track costing and retail pricing framework to maximize consumer value; record previous best sellers and application in current, trend‑appropriate assortments.
• Operations & Results – Track and follow‑up on Product Development calendar for optimum operational efficiency; partner with Design, Merchandising, Production and Sales to ensure timely delivery of goods; keep record of departmental, brand, and category production needs to help plan allocation of orders and balance workload among vendors to minimize risk; identify and raise quality and technical issues, where appropriate; attend and take detailed notes at product review meetings, including edits, board review, pre‑costing and post‑season reviews, and fittings; track checklist of any or all legal requirements, including placement of goods in approved facilities; track and assist with creation of complete Product Profile Sheets; keep record of shipments, proto and sales samples.
• Customers & Relationships – Coordinate and track communication and follow‑up with internal and external constituents around the world, including customers, suppliers, vendors and licensors, where applicable; assist with problem solving as needed.
• Leadership & Teams – Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 1‑3 years of experience and/or training in merchandising or product development

Skills

• Superior organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to multi‑task and meet deadlines
• Highly detail oriented, meticulous and creative
• Creativity and sensibility for merchandising and customer needs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Benefits

• Industry‑competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision)
• Matching 401(k)
• Summer Fridays
• Generous PTO
• Merchandise discounts
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Work environment reflecting industry leadership
• Social impact program – Centric Cares (volunteerism)
• D&I committee initiatives (workshops, resources, inspiring conversation)

Pay

Salary range: $65,000 – $70,000 (annual base salary). The base salary is part of a total compensation package that may include commission, annual bonus and other Centric Brands sponsored benefit programs.