Product Developer

About SET Active:

SET creates athleisure for what's next. We exist to set the pace of culture through clothing that fits your life-designed for everyday movement, rooted in community, and made to be seen.
Our mission is to bring ease and confidence to everyday movement through thoughtfully designed athleisure that transitions seamlessly from active moment to everything in between.
Position Summary

SET Active is looking for a Product Developer to join our Product team. This role will manage end-to-end product development from design handoff through pre-production across multiple categories including activewear, basics, loungewear, swim, outerwear, sweaters, and more.
The right candidate is highly detail-oriented, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where communication and execution speed matter. This is an opportunity for someone who is excited to own the development process, partner cross-functionally, and help bring product to life from concept through production readiness.
Key Responsibilities

Responsible for development of product from design hand off through pre-production: activewear, basics, loungewear, swim, outerwear, sweaters, and other categories as assigned
Demonstrate a strong understanding of construction, fabric, and product creation
Assist with sourcing applicable fabric and trim
Manage daily communication with all domestic and overseas vendors for all categories assigned
Analyze and evaluate product samples and provide clear comments regarding technical details, quality, and construction
Work closely with technical designer and product designer to ensure brand vision is being executed
Maintain Development WIP
Create BOM
Ownership of lab dip color approval process
Communicate problems, issues, concerns to Dept. Head as soon as they arise
Work with Manager to identify roadblocks/issues that may cause delays
Monitor delivery dates and communicate any delays, or problems
Own the department calendar from Design hand-off through TOP approval
Oversee photo shoot sample tracking from order placement through delivery to marketing team
Work closely with designer to coordinate drop style review and approval meetings (Print CADS, pull lab dips and any inspiration photos or samples)
Qualifications

3–6+ years of experience in product development, production, or apparel roles across multiple categories (activewear, loungewear, swim, outerwear, etc.)
Strong understanding of garment construction, fabric, trims, and end-to-end product development (design handoff through TOP approval)
Experience working with domestic and overseas vendors and managing daily communication and issue resolution
Proven ability to manage WIPs, development calendars, multiple styles, and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Experience with BOM creation, sample tracking, and lab dip approvals
Strong ability to evaluate product samples and provide clear, actionable technical feedback
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to identify and elevate risks early
Strong cross-functional communication skills, partnering closely with design and technical design teams
Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets; PLM experience preferred
Able to work 4 days on-site in Beverly Hills, CA
Activewear or high-growth apparel experience strongly preferred

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