Associate Product Developer

About the Role

• Drive the creation of cutting-edge intimate apparel and sleepwear.
• Make a tangible impact from day one, directly influencing the speed and innovation of product launches.
• Bring innovative designs to life, ensuring products move seamlessly from concept to customer.
• Collaborate across various teams to transform design visions into tangible products that captivate a global audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the product development process for assigned product lines, meticulously tracking progress against seasonal timelines to ensure timely delivery and market readiness.
• Serve as the key liaison, fostering strong relationships with external partners and internal cross-functional teams to align on all development specifics and ensure seamless collaboration.
• Translate design visions into clear, actionable development details, ensuring precise communication to both external partners and internal stakeholders, bridging the gap between creative concept and tangible product.
• Develop and maintain essential seasonal documentation, including development charts, work-in-progress (WIP) reports, and readiness presentations, providing critical insights for decision-making.
• Accurately update and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support product integrity and efficiency, ensuring all components are meticulously tracked.
• Oversee costing charts and tools, providing crucial data for merchandising and planning strategies that directly impact product viability and market positioning.
• Ensure all teams – including external partners, production, technical, and merchandising – are consistently informed with the latest project updates through diligent weekly reporting, fostering transparency and alignment.
• Actively participate in design team meetings and provide comprehensive support for various product development initiatives as needed, contributing to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

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 to apply.
• 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 within a dynamic industry.
• Proven adaptability to rapidly shifting priorities and tight deadlines within a fast-paced work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in intimates, sleepwear, or general apparel product development.
• Familiarity with Centric PLM or similar product lifecycle management software.