Apparel Product Developer

Tecovas•Austin, TX

1d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Tecovas is seeking an Apparel Product Developer to manage the end-to-end development of new seasonal apparel, from initial brief to line close. This role involves ensuring designs meet quality, cost, and timeline targets while collaborating with internal teams and managing external factory relationships. The position is based in Austin, TX, and requires candidates to be located there or willing to relocate.

Requirements

5+ years of deep knowledge of garment assembly, including Cut & Sew Knits, Wovens, Tailoring, Denim/Wash processing, and technical outerwear construction.
2+ years of experience fitting and approving products at Line Freeze.
Proven experience in Apparel Costing (CMT), fabric consumption/yield analysis, and overseeing Fabric Testing.
Experience in Garment Construction, Fit, Calendar Management, Materials, and Tech Pack creation.
Must be currently located in or willing to relocate to Austin, TX.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a PLM system is a plus.
Ability to adapt in real time.
Positive, team-based attitude.
Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Manage the apparel milestone process, delivering prototypes through various stages from design handoff to production.
Participate in Quality Control for ongoing issues.
Collaborate with Tecovas merchants and designers to ensure products are developed and delivered on time and within margin targets.
Work with technical design teams to ensure all prototypes are fit-approved by Line Freeze.
Communicate with sourcing team members to ensure materials meet Tecovas’s ‘Functional’ guidelines.
Create timely and accurate seasonal tech packs in the PLM system.
Support the management of the weekly tracker, communicating development and prototype status across Merchandising, Design, and Supply Chain.
Partner with Design to understand seasonal trends and fabrication needs.
Identify and source fabrics that align with the creative brief while meeting price point and margin targets.
Act as a hands-on partner for hybrid team members.
Demonstrate a growth and problem-solving mindset regarding process and workflow with cross-functional teams.
Visit factories to manage product development through various phases.