Product Developer

The Product Developer will manage the end-to-end product development process, from concept to production, ensuring that product design, quality, and delivery timelines are consistently achieved.

Responsibilities:

•  Lead and own full product lifecycle, from initial proto development through to production.
• Translate design intent into commercially viable product while maintaining performance, quality, and product integrity.
• Track key milestones on development calendar including: proto, photo samples, SMS, Wear Testing,
• JSS, and PPS samples to ensure on-time product delivery.
• Effectively manage multiple overlapping calendars and competing deadlines across styles and seasons.
• Troubleshoot and own resolution of product issues that impact development product quality, performance, or development timelines.
• Review, evaluate, and approve dips, strike-offs, performance testing results, and bulk fabric submissions.
• Lead fabric and trim development with a strong understanding of performance textiles including knits, wovens, and functional performance properties.
• Ensure materials, finishes, and performance attributes meet company standards and testing requirements.
• Partner with vendors, suppliers, and third-party labs to manage material selection and product testing.
• Participate in fit sessions, document detailed fit notes, and clearly communicate revisions and approvals to vendors.
• Support product line reviews, fit reviews, and wear testing with clear feedback and follow-through on action items.
• Own initial and final product costing, negotiating with suppliers to achieve margin targets and profitability goals.
• Access factory capabilities and allocate product to appropriate manufacturers.
• Communicate seasonal product details to cross-functional teams (e.g., Marketing, Sales, Operations)to support go-to-market strategy.
• Maintain accurate and organized product data, tech packs, and specifications.