Product Development Manager - Home and Lounge

• Own the full product lifecycle from concept through launch 
• Translate brand vision, performance needs, and trends into technically sound, fashion-forward product 
• Lead development across performance knits and fleece. 
• Create and maintain detailed tech packs including construction, measurements, materials, trims, and performance requirements 
• Own fit development, driving fittings to achieve optimal comfort, mobility, and silhouette
• Manage prototypes, sampling, wash approvals, and shade consistency
• Lead daily communication with vendors to ensure clear execution and timely progress

• Maintain a deep understanding of fashion trends, consumer behavior, retail dynamics, and fabric innovation within athleisure and outerwear 
• Continuously research and stay ahead of fabric trends, new materials, and performance technologies 
• Proactively test, evolve, and elevate fabrics to improve handfeel, durability, and performance 
• Partner closely with the Fabric Manager to refine core fabric platforms and drive material innovation 
• Translate macro and micro trends—across fashion and performance—into brand-right, commercially viable product 
• Ensure assortments feel current, cohesive, elevated, and differentiated  Collaborate with Design to align silhouettes, color, and materials with brand DNA

• Own competitive market analysis across knit and fleece categories, with a strong understanding of trends, pricing, and white space opportunities
• Analyze sales performance, margin, sell-through, returns, and customer feedback to inform product decisions 
• Deep understanding of the brand demographic, strong eye for trend, understands the intersection of fashion, function, and culture, and can identify meaningful white space opportunities within the market 
• Drive seasonal line plans, SKU architecture, and assortment strategies within category  Balance core, seasonal, and newness to support growth and innovation 
• Support pricing strategy based on product value, complexity, and market positioning  
• Partner with Planning, Finance, and Inventory to align product strategy with forecasts and business targets

• Own and manage the product launch calendar, ensuring alignment with seasonal strategies and key commercial moments 
• Partner with Operations, Production, and Inventory to ensure product delivers on time and in the right selling window
• Proactively manage timelines and dependencies, identifying and resolving risks early 
• Ensure product readiness across development, QA, merchandising, and marketing ahead of launch 
• Drive cross-functional alignment to support successful, on-time product launches

• Partner closely with Production as a key execution partner to ensure smooth handoff from development into bulk 
• Ensure Production teams receive complete and accurate product information
• Collaborate with Sourcing and Finance to balance cost, quality, and performance
• Review QA inspection and testing reports in partnership with QA prior to shipment
• Proactively identify and resolve risks across fit, fabric, construction, cost, and timing
   

• 6+ years of experience in product development and/or merchandising within lounge, home, lifestyle, or related comfort-driven categories
• Strong technical expertise in performance fabrics, garment construction, and fit
• Experience across both knit (athleisure) and woven/insulated outerwear preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Product Development, Textiles, or related field
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop 
• Strong Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables) 
• Experience with PLM systems and tools like Asana or Notion 
• Highly organized with strong project management skills 
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills 
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

• A highly strategic product thinker with the ability to build and articulate clear product strategies 
• A well-rounded product expert fluent in fabric, fit, performance, and silhouette
• Obsessed with great product, with a strong fashion aesthetic and elevated taste level
• Fabric-forward and curious, continuously researching and evolving materials to elevate quality and innovation 
• A hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves operator who takes ownership from idea through execution
• Entrepreneurial and innovative, balancing creativity with strong business judgment
• A strong fashion and market thinker with a clear point of view on trends and competition
• Both creative and data-driven, able to translate insights into action 
• A clear, confident communicator and strong cross-functional partner 
• Thrives in a fast-paced, start-up environment with evolving priorities

• Product launches on time, on brand, and at performance expectations
• Fabrics, fit, and construction consistently meet high quality and comfort standards
• Assortments are intentional, elevated, and commercially strong 
• Product decisions are driven by data, customer insight, and market awareness
• Cross-functional teams are aligned and execution is seamless 
• The category scales while maintaining taste level, innovation, and product integrity

Why Join Comfrt?

• Be part of a purpose-driven company that’s shaping the future of comfort and mental wellness.
• Work in a supportive, creative environment where your ideas and growth are valued.
• Enjoy Comfrt benefits such as generous paid time off, company-covered health insurance, 5% 401k match, and discounts on all Comfrt products! 
• Join a passionate team making an impact on exciting projects, all while enjoying the flexibility and collaborative support of a fully remote environment.

Comfrt is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

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