Product Development - Intimates, Shapewear, Swim
SKIMS · Los Angeles Metropolitan Area · 1 wk ago
Marketing$100k–$115k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the full product development lifecycle for Intimates, Shapewear & Swim, from concept through commercialization.
- Partner closely with Creative, Design, Technical & Raw Materials to translate design vision into production-ready products.
- Oversee domestic and international vendor relationships across intimates, shapewear, and swimwear categories.
- Manage BOM accuracy for packaging and communication with vendors.
- Drive material source, supplier negotiations, and ongoing vendor performance management.
- Own cost analysis, product engineering, margin optimization, landed cost management.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve development, production, sourcing, and quality issues proactively and efficiently.
- Communicate cross functionally with Compliance for testing and new FG suppliers or subcontracted send outs onboarding.
- Build, refine, and scale internal workflows, trackers, and product development processes to improve speed, accuracy, and cross-functional alignment.
- Partner closely with Merchandising, Design, and Production to ensure alignment with business goals and seasonal strategies.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- 5+ years of product development experience within intimates, shapewear, swimwear, or closely related apparel categories.
- Strong technical understanding of garment construction, fit, fabrics, and performance-based materials specific to intimates, shapewear, and swim.
- Proven expertise in costing, sourcing, vendor negotiations, pricing strategy, and full product lifecycle execution.
- Advanced Excel skills required; PLM and/or ERP system experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of technical product development including grading, fit standards, and construction techniques across intimate apparel and swim categories.
- Excellent communication, leadership, project management, and organizational skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment with shifting priorities and tight timelines.
Job Benefits
- Up to 100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
- Kind Body Fertility Benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match
- Unlimited PTO
- Full Access to LinkedIn learning
- Employee Discounts
- Perks (HQ Location)
- Free weekly catered lunch at HQ – M/T/W/Th
- Dog-Friendly office on a Thursday and Friday
- Free Swag Giveaways
- Annual Holiday Party
- Annual Summer Party Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
- Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages
- Compensation: $100,000 - $115,000 / year