Assistant, Product Development, Footwear & Accessories
Rag & Bone•New York, NY
•$60,000 - $65,000•Hybrid
About The Position
rag & bone is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Product Development Assistant to support our Footwear and Accessories team. This role is ideal for someone early in their product development career who is eager to learn the end-to-end development process, from concept through production. You will play an important supporting role across sample management, materials coordination, logistics, and data management, working closely with cross-functional partners to keep development running smoothly and on schedule.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in product development, production, or a related field; footwear or accessories background preferred
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with PLM systems is a plus
- Clear and proactive communication and follow-up skills
- A genuine interest in footwear and accessories product creation
Responsibilities
- Track all sample stages, including Proto, SMS, TOP, PR, and Wear Test, and maintain accurate, up-to-date logs, including unpacking and checking in samples
- Coordinate sample shipments between vendors, internal teams, and material suppliers
- Assist in sample reviews by organizing samples in advance and taking detailed notes
- Maintain and organize material libraries, including leathers, fabrics, trims, and hardware
- Coordinate distribution of color standards to factories and suppliers, and order Pantones and color standards as needed
- Assist the Manager with material developments, approvals, and submissions, and support material costing updates
- Manage all incoming and outgoing DHL shipments, including creating labels, scheduling pickups, and tracking deliveries
- Maintain shipment logs, ensure timely distribution of samples to internal teams, and troubleshoot shipment delays with vendors and carriers
- Create and maintain styles in system with accurate product details, and ensure all BOMs, specs, and costing information are kept current in the PLM system
- Support data entry, updates, and reporting across development systems, and assist with licensing setup and seasonal product knowledge
- Process and track development-related invoices and sample charges, and support budget tracking for development costs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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