Apparel Product Developer: From Concept to Production

Futureshirts, INC.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

FutureShirts in Nashville is seeking a Product Developer to guide apparel and accessory product development from concept through production. You will work closely with Creative, Design, Procurement, and Account Managers to ensure quality, timeliness, and cost objectives.

The role emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to translate concepts into technical specs and prototypes that meet client and market needs.

Qualifications

• Experience with Excel and Adobe suite.
• Strong communication and collaboration across teams.
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development process for new apparel and accessories from concept to final production.
• Translate concepts into technical specs and prototypes with design teams, clients, and account managers.
• Monitor and manage product costing to achieve target margins.
• Coordinate and document timelines across account managers, procurement, ecommerce, and retail teams.
• Identify and source blanks and techniques that align with design requirements and cost targets.
• Source products to support the design team's creative direction.
• Manage vendor/supplier relationships to ensure proper execution and costs.
• Conduct quality inspections and ensure production readiness.
• Maintain accurate records and communications among manufacturers, design team, freelancers, procurement, and account managers.
• Stay informed on industry trends and market demands.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Tools

Excel

Adobe Suite

Job description

FutureShirts in Nashville is seeking a Product Developer to guide apparel and accessory product development from concept through production. You will work closely with Creative, Design, Procurement, and Account Managers to ensure quality, timeliness, and cost objectives.

The role emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to translate concepts into technical specs and prototypes that meet client and market needs.