Product Developer Manager

As the Product Developer Manager you will drive the day-to-day communication during the product development process with factories. Maintain accurate and up to date status on all development styles. Supports the Product Development Director and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seasonal line stays on time and within cost parameters.

Interpret and execute key seasonal developments that meet aesthetic requirements and are in line with sourcing strategy and cost targets. Communicate and collaborate cross- functionally internal external and contribute to a positive and productive culture.

As the Product Developer Manager you will drive the day-to-day communication during the product development process with factories. Maintain accurate and up to date status on all development styles. Supports the Product Development Director and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seasonal line stays on time and within cost parameters.

Interpret and execute key seasonal developments that meet aesthetic requirements and are in line with sourcing strategy and cost targets. Communicate and collaborate cross- functionally internal external and contribute to a positive and productive culture.

• Must have 5-7 years of product development experience within multiple categories (denim,knits, woven and sweaters is preferred).

• Must be able to multi-task & have strong time management skills.

• Must have understanding of knit & woven fabrics, basic sewing construction & garment construction.

• Must have strong computer skills including proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word & PLM/Full Circle.

• Must pay attention to detail, have strong organization & negotiation skills.

• Must be able to work in face pace environment & be a team player.
• Communication with global vendor base throughout product’s life cycle

• Create WIP report for development tracking and reporting, i.e. 1st proto to SMS.

• Create/maintain/update Costing Line Plan at each stage of development

• Collaborate with Director for approval on counter option/cost saving options.

• Monitor calendar for milestone dates- SMS fabric trim order/SMS deadline dates.

• Ability to problem solve on site and provide options production friendly options to be reviewed with the Design/Development and Pre-Production teams.

• Provide proactive and focused input to ensure further production processes run smoothly

• Make sure that ALL communication is extremely detail oriented

• Partner with manager & production to ensure pre-classifications of garments for proper duty application in costing.

• Strong background and understanding of sourcing raw materials (fabric & trims)

• Attend weekly cross functional meetings to discuss open/pending issues.