APPAREL PRODUCT DEVELOPER

Apparel Product Developer – Manhattan, NY (On site, Full‑time)

As a Product Developer, you will drive the development of our company‑owned private label products, applying product expertise to build offerings that meet cost and quality standards. You will partner with internal teams—merchandising, design, and technical design—and coordinate with a network of external vendor partners to create compelling seasonal assortments.
Key responsibilities include:
Develop products engineered to meet cost standards.
Review prototypes for quality, brand aesthetic, and design intent, ensuring minimum order quantities and adherence to the line plan.
Meet product development milestones and calendar due dates, providing pre‑production tracking and reporting on prototypes, color, sample yardage, testing, and more.
Create, revise, and manage tech packs and prototypes through accurate, timely updates.
Place developed and adopted styles in accordance with the sourcing strategy, offering ongoing recommendations to support evolution.
Qualifications

Minimum 3 years’ experience in product development, design, or production in garment manufacturing.
Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Knowledge of raw materials and garment construction.
Experience working with domestic and international manufacturers.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal, multi‑task, and prioritization skills.
Proficiency in Excel and Outlook; experience with Adobe Illustrator and Product Lifecycle Management preferred.
Pay Range / Compensation

Pay Range: $65,000 - $95,000 annually. This position may be eligible for performance‑based incentives/bonuses.
Benefits

401k
Health Insurance
Vision
Dental
PTO

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