Product Development - Intimates, Shapewear, Swim

Skims•Los Angeles, CA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and essentials. We are setting new standards by delivering technically innovative, comfort-driven products with elevated design for everybody. At the intersection of culture, innovation, and commerce, SKIMS is a global brand redefining modern apparel. Our teams are built on creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment where ambitious, curious, and values-driven individuals can do the best work of their careers. As we continue to scale globally, our HQ teams play a critical role in shaping strategy, building world-class infrastructure, and driving sustainable growth across markets. We are seeking a highly strategic, product-driven Product Development Manager to lead the development of our Women's Intimates, Swim, and Shapewear categories, while driving key Speed-to-Market initiatives across the business. This role will oversee the product development lifecycle from concept through commercialization, ensuring exceptional product execution, quality, innovation, and speed. The ideal candidate is a strong cross-functional partner with deep expertise in apparel development, vendor management, and process optimization, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Requirements

5+ years of product development experience within intimates, shapewear, swimwear, or closely related apparel categories
Strong technical understanding of garment construction, fit, fabrics, and performance-based materials specific to intimates, shapewear, and swim
Proven expertise in costing, sourcing, vendor negotiations, pricing strategy, and full product lifecycle execution
Advanced Excel skills required; PLM and/or ERP system experience preferred
Strong understanding of technical product development including grading, fit standards, and construction techniques across intimate apparel and swim categories
Excellent communication, leadership, project management, and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment with shifting priorities and tight timelines

Responsibilities

Lead the full product development lifecycle for Intimates, Shapewear & Swim, from concept through commercialization.
Partner closely with Creative, Design, Technical & Raw Materials to translate design vision into production-ready products.
Oversee domestic and international vendor relationships across intimates, shapewear, and swimwear categories.
Manage BOM accuracy for packaging and communication with vendors.
Drive material source, supplier negotiations, and ongoing vendor performance management.
Own cost analysis, product engineering, margin optimization, landed cost management.
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve development, production, sourcing, and quality issues proactively and efficiently.
Communicate cross functionally with Compliance for testing and new FG suppliers or subcontracted send outs onboarding.
Build, refine, and scale internal workflows, trackers, and product development processes to improve speed, accuracy, and cross-functional alignment.
Partner closely with Merchandising, Design, and Production to ensure alignment with business goals and seasonal strategies.
International Travel as needed to support vendor relationships, sourcing initiatives, and production execution.