Product Developer - New York City, United States - The Moret Group

Description

Job Description:

As a Product Developer with Moret Group, you will play a key role in supporting production for a high-volume account in the mass-market space.

You will also assist in design, development, and client-facing projects on an as-needed basis.

We are looking for someone who already has a solid foundation of knowledge, but there is room to learn and grow into this role for the right candidate.

You will have the opportunity to gain invaluable experience working with overseas teams, bolster your knowledge on the development and production process, and train into Browzwear/Vstitcher.

Responsibilities:
Manage bulk fabric quality approvals
Manage trim quality and color approvals
Maintain development and production books of fabrics and trim approvals for each season
Assist with tracking and organizing incoming and outgoing development samples
Prepare color cards and lab dip charts for internal and external use
Assist in preparing pitch decks and samples for client presentations
Assist in seasonal market research
Managing style code and virtual color file directories
Stitching garments in 3D for pre-production and grade approval as-needed
Updating production CADs as-needed

Minimum Qualifications:
Degree in fashion/apparel focus OR comparable knowledge/experience
Knowledgeable about fabric and garment construction
Working knowledge of activewear market landscape
Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator required
Excellent color vision/acuity required
Working knowledge of overseas product development process
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
Self-sufficient and able to work independently or as part of a group
Willingness to learn Browzwear/Vstitcher
Preferred Qualifications
1-3 years of experience in activewear product development
1-3 years of experience with overseas production
Experience with mass market price point
Experience with Datacolor / Spectrophotometer
Experience in Browzwear or CLO3D
Knowledgeable about sustainable apparel landscape

Additional Information:
This is a full-time opportunity
The position will be based in New York City- Midtown Manhattan
Hybrid - this position allows for one day a week of remote work (dependent on the needs of the week)