Adobe Illustrator, Apparel Design, Apparel Industry, Bill of Materials (BOM), Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Construction, Detail Oriented, Identify Issues, Laboratory Testing, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Product Development, Product Documentation, Product Lifecycle Management, Production Control, Project/Program Management, Purchase Orders, Quality Metrics, Sales, Technical/Engineering Design, Textile Industry, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection
Our client, an industry-leading, fashion-forward, multi-category apparel company seeking an ambitious and highly organized Designer/Product Developer – Intimates, Sleepwear, Hosiery, Slippers to join our growing team. This role is responsible for managing the full product lifecycle from initial concept through production.
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator with a strong understanding of garment construction, materials, and development processes.
Responsibilities:
- Own the product development process from concept through production
- Collaborate with Creative Director and Sales teams to establish target costs and seasonal development plans
- Monitor and manage the development calendar to ensure deadlines are met
- Assist with vendor selection and maintain strong factory relationships
- Communicate daily with overseas manufacturers and internal team members
- Request, receive, track, review, and approve samples and materials from factories
- Manage the sample flow through all stages: Salesman Samples, Fit Tests, Pre-Production, and TOP
- Follow up on product specifications, quality standards, lab dips, testing, and sample approvals
- Ensure all samples meet design, fit, and quality expectations
- Organize and maintain all development samples throughout the office
- Create and maintain line sheets and costing sheets throughout the development season
- Ensure BOMs are accurate and finalized in collaboration with Design and Technical teams
- Maintain detailed and accurate product records and documentation
- Coordinate and attend product fittings
- Communicate fit and construction feedback to vendors and internal teams
- Coordinate with the packaging team to verify UPC assignments, labeling, and packaging details
- Prepare and coordinate samples for photoshoots, NY showroom, NJ showroom, and sales team needs
- Prepare purchase orders and track order details
- Monitor production status to ensure on-time delivery
- Proactively identify and resolve production issues or delays
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of design & product development experience within an apparel or accessories company
- Strong experience in intimates and sleepwear preferred
- In-depth knowledge of fabrics, garment construction, textiles, and fittings
- Experience with specs, lab testing, and quality standards
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Adobe Illustrator knowledge is a plus
- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
- Strong attention to detail with a refined sense of design and color
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Proactive problem-solver with the ability to troubleshoot effectively
- Experience with seamless bralettes and underwear is a strong plus
- On-time production and delivery with minimal issues
Location: Linden NJ
Salary: $120K