Sr. Product Development Coordinator (Apparel)

Full-time, on-site hybrid role based in New York, NY (4 days per week in the office, remote Fridays).

About the role

Manage the end-to-end product development process from concept through production handoff, serving as a key liaison between Design, Technical Design, Sourcing, Sales, suppliers, and domestic and international manufacturing partners to ensure right-first-time product and sample execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day product lifecycle for assigned categories, from fabric sourcing and style development through final bulk production handoff, partnering with Design to execute seasonal product and program objectives.
• Oversee domestic and overseas sample development, coordinating materials, vendors, sample rooms, and factories to meet development timelines and quality standards.
• Lead local sample development by sourcing fabrics and coordinating with printers, dye houses, trim suppliers, and the in-house sewing room.
• Source and procure fabrics, trims, washes, embellishments, prints, and other raw materials.
• Partner with Technical Design to ensure specifications and patterns are received on time and accurately reflect product requirements.
• Maintain seasonal sample trackers, WIP reports, and development calendars to keep Design, Sales, and cross-functional partners updated in real time.
• Communicate regularly with overseas factories and sample rooms to monitor development, resolve issues, and keep samples on schedule.
• Manage color and material development by reviewing and communicating feedback on lab dips, strike-offs, and print approvals.
• Track and coordinate sample revisions with factories and sample rooms.
• Coordinate internal sample reviews and presentations, preparing approved samples for shipment to customers for line review and adoption.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers, factories, and overseas offices.
• Proactively identify and resolve development risks, sourcing challenges, and production issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Product Development, Apparel Manufacturing, Textile Science, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 3+ years of Product Development experience within the apparel industry.
• Experience developing products for children’s apparel, private label, or licensed brands.
• Experience working with both domestic sample rooms and overseas manufacturing partners.
• Strong knowledge of apparel construction, garment manufacturing, fabrics, trims, washes, embellishments, and print techniques.
• Experience sourcing fabrics, trims, and sample materials from domestic and international suppliers.
• Experience working directly with overseas factories and global vendors.
• Understanding of garment costing and sourcing strategies.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-channel environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally across global teams.
• Proficiency with PLM systems, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of Product Development experience within the apparel industry.
• Prior experience mentoring or overseeing junior product development staff.

Pay

$70,000 to $85,000 per year, based on experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off