Product Developer - Huntington Beach, United States - Travis Mathew

Travis Mathew

Verified Company

Huntington Beach, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

TravisMathew is a premium apparel brand that exists because we seized an opportunity—and we're inviting you to take yours.

Back in 2007, we saw there weren't many companies whose clothing bridged the gap between performance and lifestyle, so we created our own.

Inspired by the sun, surf, and sand of Southern California, we became a leading innovator in lifestyle performance apparel by making clothes for real life—plus working with premium wholesalers, building a leading e-commerce business, and opening retail stores around the world.

We invite you to join team TravisMathew.

The Product Developer is responsible for developing materials and trims, building, and maintaining accurate BOM's, maintaining costs in accordance with financial objectives, communicating adjustments and corrections to overseas offices/suppliers, overseeing sampling (complete to commercialized product), resolving any issues that may arise, and providing insight and feedback to the Design team.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for development of product category from proto stage to final production to ensure quality standards are met per calendar timeline.
Responsible for style precosting and analyze all subsequent prototype costing to ensure yield, material costs, and FOB's are accurate and meet margin objectives.
Fully evaluate development samples, including evaluating overall quality, construction, materials, and tech pack adherence.
Perform daily communications with vendors and suppliers both overseas and domestically.
Partner with materials team to ensure quality and execution of fabrics and trims are met.
Manage accurate style details in PLM system.
Communicate to managers when styles are buy ready.
Collaborate closely with crossfunctional teams, including design, sourcing, merchandising, and quality assurance, to ensure alignment and execution of development objectives.
Assist QC team to perform garment and trim testing as necessary.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

Proficient in Microsoft Applications
Knowledge of PLM system(s)
Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator
Knowledge of garment fit and pattern alterations
Strong organizational skills and detail oriented
Ability to interpret design intent and offer alternative solutions
Ability to prioritize workflow based on deadlines
Ability to problem solve and communicate all issues to cross functional departments
Ability to travel internationally

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree or technical trade school and/or equivalent
Minimum 3 years' experience in men's apparel/accessories product development

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT (if applicable)

Work is performed in a designated professional office workstation and environment.
Extensive use of office equipment to include computer and other businessrelated machines and software.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

75, , ,800.00 USD Annual

If your experience is close to what we're looking for, please consider applying Experience comes in many forms - skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way.

We know that diversity makes for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply.

TravisMathew is an Equal Employment Opportunity