Associate Product Developer
Aquent
New York, NY0–5 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
Join a globally recognized leader in intimate apparel and lifestyle products, a brand celebrated for its innovation and quality. This role drives the creation of cutting-edge intimate apparel and sleepwear, directly influencing product launches and bringing innovative designs to life.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive the product development process for assigned product lines, tracking progress against seasonal timelines.
- Serve as the key liaison, fostering strong relationships with external partners and internal cross-functional teams.
- Translate design visions into clear, actionable development details.
- Develop and maintain essential seasonal documentation, including development charts, work-in-progress (WIP) reports, and readiness presentations.
- Accurately update and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Oversee costing charts and tools.
- Ensure all teams are consistently informed with the latest project updates through diligent weekly reporting.
- Actively participate in design team meetings and provide comprehensive support for product development initiatives.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- General comfort with various computer tools and shortcuts.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Production, Operations, Apparel Product Lifecycle, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 0-5 years of experience in product development; recent graduates with relevant apparel product development or production internship experience are highly encouraged.
- Exceptional attention to detail and superior organizational abilities.
- Strong and clear written communication skills.
- A collaborative team-player mindset combined with a genuine eagerness and drive to learn and grow.
- Proven adaptability to rapidly shifting priorities and tight deadlines within a fast-paced work environment.
- Prior experience in intimates, sleepwear, or general apparel product development is preferred.
- Familiarity with Centric PLM or similar product lifecycle management software is preferred.