Accessories Design & Product Development Leader

Greyson Clothiers • Detroit, MI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Greyson is seeking an experienced Accessories Design & Product Development leader to build and execute its growing accessories business for both Men's and Women's categories. This role is crucial for bridging design, technical development, and product execution, focusing on taking accessories from concept to a commercially viable finished product. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical knowledge of accessories, strong product development instincts, and the ability to independently manage multiple categories and development timelines. This individual will collaborate with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and external vendors to translate creative direction into product while ensuring quality, functionality, cost, and brand standards. The position is based in Detroit, Michigan, and requires the candidate to work directly out of the Design Studio. The company is looking for someone to establish this function within the team, with title and pay commensurate with experience. This is not a remote position, and candidates not currently in the Detroit area must be willing to relocate.

Requirements

• Must be based in Detroit and able to work on-site in a hybrid environment; relocation is required if not already local
• 7 - 10+ years of experience in accessories design, product development, technical design, or a closely related discipline.
• Significant hands-on experience developing accessories from concept through production.
• Strong technical understanding of accessory construction, materials, components, manufacturing methods, and development processes.
• Demonstrated ability to translate creative concepts into technically executable products.
• Experience managing vendor development, sampling, approvals, and production handoff.
• Strong understanding of costing, quality, manufacturability, and development timelines.
• Highly organized with the ability to independently manage multiple products, vendors, and deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a bias toward action and execution.
• Collaborative working style with the ability to partner across Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Production.
• Comfortable operating in a growing category where processes and capabilities are still being built.

Responsibilities

• Own design and product development execution for Greyson’s Men’s and Women’s Accessories categories.
• Translate seasonal creative direction and product concepts into clear, executable product specifications.
• Drive products through the full development lifecycle, from initial concept and technical development through sampling, revisions, approvals, and production readiness.
• Create and maintain detailed technical specifications, construction details, material requirements, and development documentation.
• Partner with vendors and development resources to troubleshoot construction, quality, material, and execution challenges.
• Evaluate prototypes and samples for construction, function, quality, aesthetics, and adherence to intended design.
• Manage multiple product development calendars and priorities, proactively identifying risks and keeping development on track.
• Partner closely with Raw Materials/Sourcing to identify appropriate materials, trims, components, and manufacturing capabilities.
• Balance design intent with manufacturability, cost targets, quality standards, and commercial viability.
• Develop strong relationships with external vendors and manufacturing partners and hold partners accountable to development expectations.
• Help establish scalable development processes and standards as Greyson’s Accessories business continues to grow.
• Serve as a technical resource and accessories subject-matter expert across the organization.

Benefits

• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• 13 annual paid company holidays
• Competitive employee discount
• Paid Family Leave Program (Maternity & Bonding)
• Company paid long-term and short-term disability
• Tax Advantage Accounts (FSA, HSA, FSA Dependent Care, 401(k) & 401(k) Roth
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage (medical, dental, vision) with company HSA contributions
• Company paid parking pass for days on site

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior