Senior Associate of Product Development - Knits & Sweaters
Core
Managing the end-to-end product development lifecycle for knits and sweaters, ensuring on-time delivery, design intent, cost targets, and sustainability across the supply chain.
Role type
Senior Associate of Product Development (Knits & Sweaters)
Builds
Knitwear and sweater product lines for the Everlane brand
Domain
Fashion retail / Apparel manufacturing
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Product development process management, cost negotiation, supply chain coordination, PLM system proficiency, sample and lab dip management, factory relationship management, seasonal calendar planning, quality issue resolution
Preferred skills
Sweater yarn development experience, process improvement initiatives, cross-functional leadership
Technologies
PLM systems, Google Sheets, Airtable
Responsibilities
Manage the company-wide product development calendar and seasonal milestones; Partner cross-functionally with Design, Technical Design, and Merchandising to build best-in-class products; Ensure products are developed on time and to design intent with focus on construction, finishes, and costing; Work closely with factories on wash innovation and development; Follow up on bulk production status and resolve quality issues; Own initial costing, time/action calendars, and final BOMs; Manage lab dip, trim, and sample yardage approvals; Coach and mentor team members by leading through influence.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities