- Manage the PD team and pattern team to meet department's deliverables
- Manage, implement best practice for development initiatives
- Collaborate on innovative solutions to bolster the future of the business
- Apply knowledge of fabrication, treatments to meet design vision, merchant requirements, and company financial goals
- Monitor and maintain the development communication with cross functional teams
- Maintain style Bill of Materials within the company's PIM system throughout the lifecycle of the product
- Review and communicate design, fit and construction comments with the pattern team and maintain the seasonal style design comment sheet at each sample stage
- Monitor & track the samples, trims, fabric, color and treatment development approvals to/from Suppliers and internal communication
- Manage (in conjunction with Sample Development Manager) the sample production cycle to secure on time sample delivery
- Responsible for costing negotiations with the Suppliers to meet or exceed margin targets
- Ensure that all product information is accurate in PIM system at all times during lifecycle of the product
- Work with the Production team each season to ensure that each style is production line appropriate.
- Work with Fit Tech to prioritize and maintain fit approval schedule
- 5+ years experience in an apparel product development or similar role
- Extreme attention to detail and maintaining accuracy
- Strong organizational skills and an obsession with efficiency
- Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Knowledge and understanding of development and production process
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
Product Development Manager - California, United States - Fourth Floor
Description
A popular fashion brand is seeking a Product Development Manager to join their team in Vernon. This will a temp to hire role
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