Apparel Product Developer
Core
Manage apparel product development from concept to production, partnering with design, merchandising, and vendor teams to deliver sportswear and active wear.
Role type
Mid-level IC apparel product developer
Builds
Sportswear and active wear apparel for major retailers and specialty boutiques
Domain
Apparel manufacturing and retail
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Apparel product development process, vendor management, PLM system proficiency, BOM management, fabric and trim sourcing, cost analysis, sample tracking, quality issue resolution
Preferred skills
Experience with Centric PLM, knowledge of washes and specialty treatments, workflow improvement
Technologies
Centric PLM
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day product development activities across multiple brands and seasons; Track development milestones and ensure adherence to seasonal calendars; Review lab dips, strike-offs, trims, and development submissions; Lead or support fabric and trim sourcing initiatives; Maintain accurate product information and development records within PLM; Identify and resolve development, construction, and quality issues
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC