Location: Framingham, MassachusettsJob Type: ContractCompensation Range: $30 - 32 per hourReady to take your product development expertise to the next level with a massive retail leader? We are seeking a passionate Product Development Specialist to jump into an exciting hybrid role specializing in Children's Apparel! If you have a keen eye for fashion merchandising and love bringing creative concepts to life, this is the perfect opportunity to make an impact! Responsibilities: Ensures styling details and product standards are clearly communicated and understood by Agents/Vendors.Coordinates the development process according to time and action deadlines.Develops an understanding of how to create achievable programs and how to add efficiencies while working with the Manager and team.Works with technical design and design to ensure that the product styling and fit is consistent with current market trends.

Works with their Managers, the Agents and Vendors to develop new techniques and concept samples.Communicates technically achievable direction to the vendors on how to correct color, strike offs, components, and samples.Assists in monitoring delivery and production flow according to the Time & Action deadlines. Monitors WIP reports with Product Development team, Agents, and Vendors to ensure on time delivery for all programs.Approves submits including trims, dips, print strike offs, fabric quality and samples against established standards.Resolves issues as they arise in accordance to the Time and Action calendar.Recommends methods to improve the product construction and quality. Qualifications: Degree in Fashion/Home Product Design and/or Merchandising.Minimum of 2+ years Product Development experience.PC skills including Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office, PLM, Web PDM, Adobe Illustrator.Broad-based knowledge of garment specifications, including clothing construction, grading, etc.Knowledge of garment testing standards and protocols.Strong math skills.Ability to communicate and interpret conceptual design ideas.JOBID: 072026-138562#PLEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.