Associate Developer
Core
Execute the full product development lifecycle for athlete apparel styles from design handoff to kit delivery, serving as the primary link between sports marketing, design, and factory partners.
Role type
Associate Product Developer (Athlete Apparel)
Builds
Athlete apparel styles and special projects
Domain
Sportswear manufacturing and product development
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (garment production coordination)
Required skills
Product development lifecycle management, vendor coordination, PLM system proficiency, garment construction knowledge, costing analysis, pre-production coordination, technical package maintenance, compliance testing support, cross-functional meeting facilitation
Preferred skills
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, international travel experience
Technologies
PLM systems, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop
Responsibilities
Own execution of the development process for assigned athletes and styles from concept through delivery; Serve as the primary day-to-day development contact for vendors; Support development WIP and time & action calendars; Own ordering for assigned styles ensuring all development requirements are completed; Maintain accuracy of technical packages to ensure products meet goals for mobility, function, fit, and quality; Participate in fittings with Design and Technical Design; Guide and partner in cross-functional meetings to ensure alignment across teams; Support compliance and performance testing for assigned categories.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC