General Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of assigned product lines from proto through to production
• Work closely with the Product Development team, Creative Director, and Merchandising Manager to maintain product development schedule, sample development, timelines, and tracking tools including WIPs
• Support tasks including updating Master Data files ensuring accuracy and data integrity of seasonal style information, CAD boards, and updated Visual Line Plans (VLPs)
• Work closely with Design in reviewing prototypes and development submits for approval
• Partner with Product Developers to ensure costing and margin targets are achieved and accurately reported on Master Data
• Attend bi-weekly calls with Asia manufacturing team to facilitate and expedite the development process
• Support product reviews at all stages including prototypes, photo samples, sales samples, and pre-production samples
• Proof workbook catalog and packaging for accuracy
• Support organization and hand-off of photo samples internally to support GTM process
• Coordinate and maintain relevant fabric, trim, and sample library by season
• Manage salesman sampling, literature, and catalog development for successful GTM strategy
• Collaborate with overseas office to ensure proper material and durability testing is completed
• Assist in product testing and wear testing process during development
• Assist in meeting setup including organizing samples and printing documents
• Prepare and communicate all comments to overseas team
• Proof and update tech packs
• Create and update seasonal WIPs

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Design, Technical Design, Development or related subject preferred
• Two to three years experience in product development with strong understanding of technical design or product development
• Experience in accessories, active apparel, knitwear, soft goods, and embellishments preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work outside standard business hours as needed to communicate with international teams
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Thorough knowledge of category technologies and general manufacturing principles
• General knowledge of quality assurance methods
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a rapidly changing environment
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Illustrator
• Ability to manage multiple seasonal calendars in a fast-paced and dynamic environment