Overview
Product Development Manager, Wholesale Apparel Jobs in New York City Metropolitan Area at Confidential
Title: Product Development Manager, Wholesale Apparel
Company: Confidential
Location: New York City Metropolitan Area
We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Product Development Manager. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Product Development Manager
- Own and manage the product development lifecycle from concept through production
- Create, maintain and manage Time & Action (T&A) calendars to ensure all milestones and deadlines are met
- Support multiple product categories across Mainline and Club (Costco) businesses
- Create and manage sample and fabric tracking charts
- Source new fabrics and trims to support seasonal development
- Maintain fabric, trim and product approval libraries
- Communicate daily with overseas vendors, mills, factories and sample rooms
- Create and maintain line lists
- Request, track and manage samples from vendors as needed
- Review and provide approval comments on lab dips, strike-offs, fabrics and trims
- Resolve development and bulk production issues while proactively identifying solutions
- Lead cross-functional meetings and drive follow-up on outstanding action items
- Partner closely with Design, Fabric R&D, Production and Sales teams throughout the development process
- Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while adapting to changing business needs and shifting priorities
- Monitor market trends and incorporate relevant insights into product development initiatives
- Attend all relevant departments, brand and cross-functional meetings
- Manage and mentor one Product Development Associate
Qualifications
- 7+ years of product development experience within apparel
- Strong understanding of the product lifecycle from concept through production
- Experience supporting multiple product categories simultaneously
- Strong knowledge of Time & Action (T&A) processes and calendar management
- Experience working with overseas vendors, mills and factories
- Knowledge of denim, knit and woven categories required
- Experience supporting Mainline and Club (Costco) businesses is a plus
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, PLM and Microsoft Excel
- Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and work independently
Salary Range: Up to $120K *Actual base salary for this role within the above range will be based upon experience, qualifications and/or assigned unit.
We are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
