Product Development

** Essential Functions of this Role:
• Work closely with the Buyer's technical construction team and design team to develop seasonal collections from design concept to prototype.
• Collaborate with internal and external designers and provide them with suggestions for design modifications, manufacturing techniques, structures and materials to reduce costs and/or improve manufacturability within while maintaining design and quality.
• Create tech packs to develop new samples.
• Attend presentations and meetings as you work closely alongside the design team to provide feedback and insightful ideas or solutions to ensure the development process runs smoothly with a clear vision.
• Participate in material development (fabrics) and sourcing (trims),
• Liaise with local/global suppliers to source the best raw materials required for your products.
• Ensure dates and route plans are adhered to
• Participate in sourcing decisions based on volume, engineering, manufacturing and cost
• Set estimated sample delivery times, update all customers with development summaries, and create weekly plans for the sample room. Responsible for DEV/PROTO and SMS samples.
• Negotiate prices and analyze product costs,
• Conduct seasonal research to keep a close eye on fabrics and trends, ensuring you stay an expert in your field.
• Keep a close eye on best-selling products during your research so you can make informed decisions when developing products.