Associate Product Development Manager

Knitwell Group • New York, NY

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Product Development Manager will Own and drive product development process to achieve brand appropriate designs through collaboration with cross functional teams and agents/vendors. The Associate Manager will work with cross-functional partners to support the woven tops, dresses, and skirts categories.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 4+ years’ experience in Product Development or Sourcing
• Extensive product knowledge woven products and tailored products.
• In depth product knowledge of raw material and garment construction
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft office, Excel, and PLM system. Working knowledge of Microsoft Teams, Bamboo Rose PLM, Adobe illustrator, a plus.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented with strong organizational capabilities.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and divisions.
• Flexible/adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Teams, Bamboo Rose PLM, Adobe illustrator, a plus.

Responsibilities

• Possess raw material knowledge (fabric/trim), product knowledge and have ability to create solutions relating to cost, time, capacity, and quality standards.
• Partner with Design and Sourcing from inception throughout development ensuring product details meet aesthetic/cost direction as well as bulk production criteria within the timeline.
• Work with Design to assist in the sourcing of raw materials (trims and factory sourced garment packages); understanding aesthetic and optimizing costs.
• Request and track tailoring samples/protos/mockups/washes/ new trims
• Enter raw material information in product life management system (Bamboo Rose) for both trims and fabrics.
• Create and maintain seasonal allocation charts to streamline supplier selection and allocation processes.
• Invite offices / vendors in PLM to view the tech packs after reviewing allocation. Address and resolve vendor inquiries relating to initial TP release.
• Manage style changes and open issues throughout product development process. Update PLM to incorporate all changes post initial tech pack creation except the creation of artwork or brand new styles
• Order and organize line presentation samples, track deliveries, troubleshoot delays, manage risk and ensure sample accuracy once received. Communicate concerns with cross-functional teams
• Attend and collaborate in various key business meetings to support product development by making necessary updates in PLM and communicating to our overseas partners.

Benefits

• A merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays

What This Job Offers

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