Product Development Coordinator

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Acts as liaison between Design and Production teams for daily needs. 
• Manages project calendars to ensure critical deadlines are met and reports issues at weekly meetings. 
• Responsible for overall project execution after Design approval
• Creates and maintains tech packs with the Design team
• Analyzes sample costing versus initial costs and tech pack details 
• Reviews first samples with Design and Production teams for quality 
• Resolves issues during the product lifecycle as needed 
• Analyzes fabric and trim requirements and advises Purchasing Coordinator on POS 
• Costs final product designs for private label or wholesale customers 
• Collaborates with Design team on production specifications 
• Maintains supplier relationships and negotiates terms and pricing 
• Assists with special projects as needed, manage project timelines  
• Assists with researching market trends

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree; 3-5 years in apparel manufacturing or product development 
• Proficient in Excel and Illustrator and Adobe Creative Cloud 
• Strong project management and communication skills 
• ERP or inventory management experience is a plus 
• Ability to prioritize and adapt 
• Detail-oriented and accurate 
• Excellent organizational skills 
• Strong communicator with negotiating skills: i.e. finding competitive pricing in materials and goods 
• Self-motivated and accountable 
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus 

COMPENSATION

• $30 per hour (non-exempt), depending on experience
• Quarterly Performance Bonus
• 1-Week Paid Vacation
• Annual Performance Review