Apparel Product Development Coordinator

The Product Development Coordinator will ensure all product is executed to the standard of leading brands for our growing women’s activewear business! This person will work closely with the Product Development team as well as cross-functional teams within the business. We’re seeking someone with an excellent eye for color as well as knowledge of fabric construction and dye method. The ideal candidate will also have experience communicating with overseas vendors and working under tight deadlines.Responsibilities:Receive all lab dips, strike-offs, trims, and bulk production shade bands, make comments; review with Designer and/or Merchandiser for comments on color and quality where necessaryAnalyze production samples and review with Designer prior to submitting final comments and/or approvals to production team. Manage the distribution of color standards & new fabric developments to agent offices domestically and internationally at the beginning of each season and as requests come inWork with Design, Merchandising, and Production teams and follow up on samples and sample fabric deliverySet up and maintain the following each season: color & fabric library, fabric approval notebooks, files for lab dips & approved bulk yardageUpdate all color changes on color palettesSend comments to Production team Manage product assortments, time & action calendars, and development processRecognize and troubleshoot issues that may cause delivery delays or liabilities then quickly communicate the details of the problem to work through solutions with leadershipAttend fittings with Design Team to keep track of style changes, art updates and graphic placementsFollow up with Production Coordinators, Designers, Sales, vendors regarding any questions that may arise regarding during the development cycleQualifications:BA in Product Development or closely related field 3+ years of Product Development or relevant work experience in apparel industryStrong Illustrator experience PLM experience is a plusKnowledge of both knit and woven fabric construction and dye method Understanding of garment construction with strong product knowledge and deep understanding of production processesStrong color eye and keen trend awarenessStrong organization and follow up skills with timelines and milestonesEagerness to learn and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work onsite in an office environmentAnnual salary starting at $65,000The disclosed salary range is commensurate with experience and does not reflect the total compensation package. Our associates have access to other valuable benefits that our Human Resources team is happy to share with candidates during the interview process.