Assistant PD, Footwear & Accessories

Assistant PD, Footwear & Accessories

Meet the Owned Brand division of REVOLVE:

REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand and a go-to source for discovery and inspiration, REVOLVE delivers an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering of over 45,000 products. Founded in Los Angeles in 2003 by co-CEOs, Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas, REVOLVE's family of brands includes their luxury offering, FWRD and a portfolio of 24 owned brands such as Lovers + Friends, Tularosa, NBD and RAYE.

The Owned Brand division within REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Leveraging the power of REVOLVE's data driven merchandising, combined with raw creative talent, results in an unparalleled ability to identify specific market niches and develop brands that each have their own identity, designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind.

At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century, making REVOLVE the leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion. With a team of 1,000 strong, we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It's our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Some of the sweetest perks we offer aren't in a typical benefit package like hefty discounts on items we carry - as in 50% or more off retail prices, free weekly lunches, and pretty rad company parties.

To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE "corporate" lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve.

Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel?

Main purpose of the Assistant PD, Footwear & Accessories role:

The Assistant Product Developer, Footwear & Accessories is a full-time, non-design role focused on the operational and administrative engine that keeps footwear development on track. This position supports the Associate Product Developer/Designer by owning the detail work: sample logistics, fit notes, tech pack updates, WIP & calendar tracking development through to production. Monitoring data accuracy across systems - so that development moves smoothly from concept through production. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail oriented and energized by systems and follow-through rather than sketching or design direction. This is a great fit for someone early in their product development career who wants hands-on exposure to footwear development at a fast-paced, high-volume company.

Major Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Product Development Support (Primary Focus):

• Track and manage sample requests, shipments, and receipt logs across all vendors
• Manage WIP trackers and development calendars; flag delays or at-risk milestones proactively
• Update line guides & tech packs based on direction provided by the Associate Product Developer/Designer
• Support costing processes by maintaining and updating costing sheets and cost trackers
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date product data across PLM and other internal systems
• Organize and label fit samples, protos, and PP samples ahead of fit sessions
• Take notes during fit sessions and distribute technical comments to vendors under guidance

Vendor & Cross-Functional Communication:

• Communicate with overseas vendors on shipment tracking, sample status, and documentation needs
• Coordinate the approval routing of materials, trims, and color details between Design and vendors
• Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for logistics questions between Design, buying, and vendors
• Follow up on outstanding action items to keep development on calendar

Accessories (Supporting Role):

• Support accessories tech pack maintenance and sample tracking as needed
• Assist with accessories line guide upkeep

Cross-Functional & Administrative:

• Serve as a reliable communicator across Buying, Design, Branding, Supply Chain, and Purchasing
• Organize and maintain trim and material libraries
• Prepare materials and documentation ahead of fit sessions and vendor meetings
• Support ad-hoc tasks and assignments as directed by management

Required Competencies:

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact across all levels
• Ability to track and manage a large SKU count across multiple brands and seasons simultaneously
• Comfort working with data and systems; strong Excel skills
• Deadline-focused with strong follow-through and problem-solving instincts
• Interest in footwear and product development, with eagerness to learn construction and materials
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with tight development calendars (5-month lead times)

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1-2+ years of experience in product development, production, or a related support role
• Strong Excel skills and general computer proficiency; PLM experience a plus
• Experience or exposure to working with overseas vendors a plus, not required
• Degree in Product Development, Fashion Merchandising, Business, or related field preferred
• No design software proficiency required; familiarity with Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop a plus but not necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting footwear or accessories development
• Familiarity with costing sheets, WIP trackers, or similar development tools
• Experience with PLM or similar product management platforms

A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. At REVOLVE we all roll up our sleeves to pitch-in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different, it's what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day.

A reasonable estimate of the current base hourly/salary range is $20 to $21/hour

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