Senior Product Developer

EMINENT, INC.•Los Angeles, CA

13d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Owned Brand division within REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Leveraging the power of REVOLVE’s data driven merchandising, combined with raw creative talent results in an unparalleled ability to identify a specific market niches, developing brands that each have their own identity, designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind. At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century, making REVOLVE THE leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion. With a team of 1,000 strong, we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It’s our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment. In return, we promise to keep REVOLVE a company where inspired people will always thrive. Some of the sweetest perks we offer aren’t in a typical benefit package like hefty discount on items we carry – as in 50% or more off retail prices and pretty rad company parties. To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE “corporate” lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve. Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel?

Requirements

Expert knowledge of garment construction, specifications, and finishing
Strong knowledge of fabric, trims, quality, and development processes
Strong knowledge of product life cycle and calendar deadlines within a fast-paced, short lead-time environment
Proven ability to lead, manage, and train Associates/Assistants across multiple brands or categories
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel & Word), Google Suite (Slides, Sheets, Docs, Mail), and Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop
Familiarity with PLM systems
Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to delegate while still meeting deadlines
Able and willing to lift up to 10 lbs., perform frequent repetitive finger, hand, and wrist motions, and sit for extended periods, as well as bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
8+ years of experience in garment product development and/or production, including experience across both Activewear and Swim
1+ year in a managerial or leadership role, with experience training and developing junior team members
Strong understanding of product development timelines and processes across Domestic and/or Import segments
Degree in Apparel Manufacturing, Product Development, Fashion Design, or a related field
Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Experience traveling to overseas vendors/factories
Solution-oriented and a critical thinker, able to perform efficiently under tight deadlines
Goal-driven and deadline-focused

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of fabrics and finishing, particularly within Activewear
Established vendor relationships and resources
In-depth knowledge of textiles, sourcing, and development
Ability to travel overseas once or twice a year

Responsibilities

Independently manage product development, WIPs, and costing across multiple Activewear and Swim brands and categories, from concept through production
Lead and monitor WIPs across all product stages to keep a fast-paced, multi-brand calendar on track
Independently negotiate, set, and approve target costs and retail pricing, ensuring margins are maintained
Call out margin- or development-challenged styles in high-level meetings (assortment review, line preview) and provide solutions
Maintain vendor capacities and independently allocate product to manufacturers for the best possible execution
Communicate daily with mills and manufacturers, serving as the main point of contact and escalation across Buying, R&D, Design, Tech, and Purchasing
Create and implement product development calendars; attend fittings to keep product on time, quality elevated, and cost on target
Travel to overseas vendors to expedite product and improve processes
Cultivate and develop Assistants/Associates, refining their development process and leading training and workshops
Lead approvals and meetings in the Manager's absence
Conduct market research on competitors to identify target costs and emerging techniques and materials
Support and help evolve PD processes
Coordinate sample arrangements with PR and the photo studio to ensure timely cataloging
Lead Activewear fabric research and development, applying expert knowledge of construction, fabric, and finishing
Negotiate fabric costs and set target FOB costs, from tech pack through production, to guide Design and protect margin
Identify and resolve bulk fabric issues, and introduce new fabrics and manufacturers into the matrix as needed
Liaise between Swim R&D and Design to keep fabric MOQs and costs on target