Apparel & Accessories Product Development Manager: F1 Apparel
Core
Leading factory cost conversations, materials, trims, and BOMs for F1 apparel and accessories while overseeing sampling and vendor relationships.
Role type
Apparel & Accessories Product Development Manager
Builds
F1 branded apparel and accessories
Domain
Motorsports (Formula 1) + Garment Manufacturing
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
garment manufacturing knowledge, raw materials expertise, cost negotiation, BOM management, vendor relationship management, PLM system proficiency, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office
Preferred skills
leadership, team recruitment, networking, travel to factories
Technologies
PLM systems, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Lead factory cost conversations and maintain costs per financial objectives; Build and maintain accurate BOMs; Oversee sampling and resolve issues; Recommend new manufacturers; Develop yearly development schedules; Review prototypes for quality and design intent; Create technical packages and cost sheets; Manage approval processes; Travel to factories for QC and audit compliance.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC