Apparel Product Developer
Coolibar - Technical. Elegant. Sun Protection You Wear.®, Miami, FL, United States
As an employee at Coolibar, you play a vital role in advancing our mission: to keep the world safe from sun damage, protecting those with sun-related medical conditions and helping prevent it for everyone else. You are part of a collaborative, cross-functional team dedicated to delivering the most innovative, user-centric UPF 50+ clothing and products, empowering people to live active, outdoor lives with confidence and safety in the sun.
Job Summary We are looking for a Product Developer to drive the execution of our product development process from concept through production.
This role is responsible for managing development timelines, vendor communication, and sample execution, ensuring all products are delivered on time, meet quality standards, and align with design intent.
You’ll play a critical role in keeping development moving—working closely with Design, Merchandising, and the Product Technical Developer to bring products to market efficiently and successfully.
This is a full time position based at Coolibar’s headquarters in Miami, FL. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Key Responsibilities
Own and drive the end-to-end product development process from design handoff through production readiness across all styles and categories
Manage and maintain development timelines, ensuring all milestones (proto, SMS, PPS) are delivered on time
Act as the primary point of contact for vendors, leading daily communication and ensuring clear alignment on expectations, timelines, and deliverables
Track all sample stages, proactively follow up on submits, and ensure on-time and accurate sample delivery
Lead the execution of development comments, revisions, and approvals, ensuring feedback is clearly communicated and properly implemented
Prepare for and support fit sessions, ensuring correct samples are available and all feedback is captured and communicated effectively
Partner closely with Design to ensure product intent is maintained throughout development
Align with Merchandising on priorities, key styles, and delivery timelines
Collaborate with the Product Technical Developer to ensure all products are technically sound and ready for approval
Support BOM setup and updates in PLM (Centric) and ensure all development activity is properly documented
Maintain clear visibility of development status through trackers and systems, ensuring cross-functional alignment at all times
Identify risks related to timeline, cost, or quality early, and proactively drive solutions
Ensure a smooth and clean handoff to Production, with all approvals, comments, and documentation finalized
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Product Development or related field
3–6+ years of experience in apparel product development
Strong experience working with international vendors
Solid understanding of garment construction and development lifecycle
Experience with PLM systems (Centric preferred)
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and follow-up skills
Ability to manage multiple styles and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Job Summary We are looking for a Product Developer to drive the execution of our product development process from concept through production.
This role is responsible for managing development timelines, vendor communication, and sample execution, ensuring all products are delivered on time, meet quality standards, and align with design intent.
You’ll play a critical role in keeping development moving—working closely with Design, Merchandising, and the Product Technical Developer to bring products to market efficiently and successfully.
This is a full time position based at Coolibar’s headquarters in Miami, FL. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Key Responsibilities
Own and drive the end-to-end product development process from design handoff through production readiness across all styles and categories
Manage and maintain development timelines, ensuring all milestones (proto, SMS, PPS) are delivered on time
Act as the primary point of contact for vendors, leading daily communication and ensuring clear alignment on expectations, timelines, and deliverables
Track all sample stages, proactively follow up on submits, and ensure on-time and accurate sample delivery
Lead the execution of development comments, revisions, and approvals, ensuring feedback is clearly communicated and properly implemented
Prepare for and support fit sessions, ensuring correct samples are available and all feedback is captured and communicated effectively
Partner closely with Design to ensure product intent is maintained throughout development
Align with Merchandising on priorities, key styles, and delivery timelines
Collaborate with the Product Technical Developer to ensure all products are technically sound and ready for approval
Support BOM setup and updates in PLM (Centric) and ensure all development activity is properly documented
Maintain clear visibility of development status through trackers and systems, ensuring cross-functional alignment at all times
Identify risks related to timeline, cost, or quality early, and proactively drive solutions
Ensure a smooth and clean handoff to Production, with all approvals, comments, and documentation finalized
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Product Development or related field
3–6+ years of experience in apparel product development
Strong experience working with international vendors
Solid understanding of garment construction and development lifecycle
Experience with PLM systems (Centric preferred)
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and follow-up skills
Ability to manage multiple styles and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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