Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking an analytical, highly organized, and commercially minded Product Developer - Fashion Accessories to join our in-office team in the heart of the Garment District. In this role, you will bridge the gap between our creative teams and our major retail partners. The ideal candidate has a strong grasp of retail math, a deep understanding of market trends, and the strategic mindset needed to curate highly profitable product assortments from concept through to delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Assortment & Line Planning: Develop strategic seasonal line plans and collection grids that balance creative novelty with commercial viability for major retail accounts.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: design product development based on hard sales data, market gaps, and customer feedback.
- Market & Trend Analysis: Conduct competitive shopping and market research to identify emerging trends in pricing, product categories, and retail display strategies.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Education & Experience: Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in retail corporate buying or wholesale apparel merchandising.
- Product Knowledge: Experience working with soft goods, impulse/gift items, accessories, footwear (slippers), or textiles (blankets) is highly preferred.
- Communication & Organization: Exceptional communication skills with an outgoing personality. Ability to confidently present data-driven product assortments to internal teams, retail buyers, and overseas manufacturers.