Product Development Manager
Under the direction of a Senior Product Development Manager develops and executes a line based on design intent and merchant assortment plans, that meet department targets for margin, quality, and lead time while ultimately resulting in viable production ready product.
Responsibilities
Communicates with overseas offices & vendors on a daily basis throughout the development process
Works with cross functional teams to help facilitate the development process with design, merchandising, sourcing, tech design, product integrity, and color teams
Communicates all styling changes internally to cross-functional teams as well as overseas vendors
Manages and tracks all samples to meet deadlines; reviews product with cross functional teams to ensure all details are correct
Creates and maintains accurate and up to date information for seasonal assortment line sheets
Completes style set-up and maintenance in product lifecycle management software throughout the development process
Prepares for milestone meetings and presentations by managing all costing, materials, and samples. Provides input in attaining margin goals while maintaining product aesthetic
Participates in fittings and product meetings
Coordinates and leads the weekly Line-In Process meeting with cross functional teams
Partners with Merchandising to establish retail price points and have financial accountability for meeting target markup goals
Manages the fabric/yarn hand feel approval process
Performs administrative responsibilities (e.g. sending and receiving packages, filing swatches, steaming samples, etc)
Benefits, Tailored for You
Bonus eligible and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
401(k) retirement plan with discretionary match and tuition reimbursement.
Medical, dental, vision, company paid LTD/STD, and generous amount of paid time off.
Office includes amenities such as a caf, fitness center, free parking and Red Line shuttle.
Generous associate discount; group discounts on auto, pet and homeowner insurance.
Discount Marketplace for travel, consumer products, food, auto buying, etc.
Associate resource groups.
Qualifications
Proficiency in Microsoft Applications
Excel, Word, Outlook
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment and to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Must be highly organized and detail oriented
Self-starter
Experience with knit fabrics and prints
Understanding of garment construction, product costing, and retail math (e.g. IMU, MMU, etc.) required
Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Apparel/Fashion Merchandising
3+ years industry related experience

Associate Apparel Product Manager
Jill Acquisition LLC · Quincy, MA, USA ·
- Job type:
- Seasonal