Coordinator, Product Development

Tapestry•New York, NY

23h•$64,350 - $68,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Primary Purpose: The Product Development Coordinator is responsible for leading the product development process of the Ready-to-wear collection from concept through to fit sample approval. A key partner to design, raw materials, merchandising, technical and regional teams; ensuring seasonal collections meet design vision, quality standards, targets cost and delivery timelines

Requirements

1+ year(s) experience in production/product development
Knowledge of Ready-To-Wear manufacturing processes and materials
Proficiency in Microsoft office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, EcVision or other PLM systems
Experience in excel with demonstrated ability in formulas and pivot tables

Nice To Haves

Exceptionally well-organized, efficient, and analytical
Proven ability to work within tight deadlines
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong project management and organizational skills
Demonstrated attention to detail and strong problem – solving skills
Experience working in a global company with overseas partners

Responsibilities

Assist in the full development process of RTW collections from initial concept to final fit sample approval.
Partner with design team from concept and sketch to interpret creative vision and ensure execution is feasible and cost-effective.
Adhere to all seasonal milestones.
Attend all sketch hand offs recording details for product launch with external suppliers and support Designer on execution decisions.
Create and maintain all style Bill of Materials.
Oversee the coordination of all materials and trims being delivered to the factory at each sampling stage.
Create and maintain development WIPs.
Responsible for sample tracking of all samples to NY and designated regions. Trouble shoot delays and proactively plan to ensure timely delivery.
Ensure samples are developed to spec, on time and within budget.
Develop products within set target costs.
Participate in cost negotiation. Contribute to cost engineering ideas throughout development process.
Create and maintain seasonal costing chart from early development through to final cost stages.
Submit working costs in EcVision at each stage through approval process.
Create production WIPs post final buy. Support maintenance until final fit approval.
Attend assigned fit sessions and give feedback on relevant factory information. Collaborate with the technical design team to ensure timely execution of corrections.
Actively risk assessing product from sketch launch through to final approval.
Daily communication with factories and suppliers.