Product Developer - Licensed Brands

Department: Product and Brand Services (PBS)
Position Purpose
The Product Developer is responsible for taking ownership of the creative design & development process for a set of licensed brand partners that include multiple product categories.

This position will act as the design & development liaison for assigned brands. Supporting the end‑to‑end development of assigned categories by executing core calendar tasks, maintaining accurate product data, and partnering closely with cross‑functional teams and vendors. This role will collaborate with brand on design direction, then apply their creativity, problem solving skills & development expertise to see all designs from concept through to finished goods.

Within assigned categories this role ensures timely and accurate execution of seasonal deliveries. Provides support across non‑assigned categories as needed to ensure overall team and product success.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Manage the overall vision of a design while partnering with Brand, Technical Designers, Graphic Designers, Buyers and vendors on fit, details, and graphics applications.

Works cross functionally (Design, Graphics, Tech Design, Production) and external vendors to support development and maintain seasonal deliveries

Create and maintain accurate technical sketches, templates, and bill of material entries following established standards with high accuracy

Accurately evaluate physical submits for color, quality, weight, and techniques applied

Identify and elevate product risks or timeline slips early to ensure on time product

Internal and External communication to ensure clarity of product comments

Use Adobe Illustrator to update technical sketches, artwork placements, and silhouette revisions

Collaborate with Graphic Design to adjust artwork files for production needs

Participate in fittings, product reviews, and team meetings.

Research trends, construction, materials, to support seasonal concept direction

Actively identify areas of process and systems improvement and proactively find solutions.

Mentors fellow PD team members as needed

Other duties assigned by the Manager.

Requirements

BA degree in Apparel Design, Product Development, or related field.

5-6 years of experience in apparel development, design, or related function preferred.

Proficient with Adobe CS - Illustrator, Photoshop

Proficient with Microsoft office – Outlook, Excel, Word and Teams

Clear understanding of garment construction, textiles, and print/artwork application techniques.

Ability to communicate timely, accurately and effectively with cross functional partners and overseas vendors

Some travel may be required

Physical Demands and Work Environment
Ability to sit/stand in a stationary position in an office environment for extended periods and work on a Mac or PC without limitations. Must be able to distinguish colors and inspect the material on the product.

Salary Range Hourly Rate $37.00 - $39.50

Medical, Dental, and vision Insurance, following an initial wait period.

401k after 1 year of service

Life Insurance

10 days of accrued paid vacation

Bonus Potential

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Open, casual, pet-friendly office environment

This job description is not all-inclusive and is only intended to describe the general nature of the work. All job responsibilities are essential job functions. Job responsibilities and requirements are subject to modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably. The Company reserves the right to modify the job description as it deems necessary for proper business operations.

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