Bridal Product Development & Production Specialist

ReemAcra; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Reem Acra, a legend in luxury bridal and RTW, seeks a Product Development and Production Coordinator in New York. The role oversees the atelier, in-house development, and local production, reporting to the Product Development and Production Manager.

The candidate will balance collection samples, private orders, couture orders, and bulk production, ensuring timely delivery and couture craftsmanship. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, well-organized, and proficient in luxury garment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in design, product development, or production in Bridal or luxury RTW.
• Degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of garment construction and luxury sewing techniques.
• Experience with local and international vendors or factories.
• At least 1 year in an atelier environment or with sample/pattern makers.
• Comfortable pinning on models during fittings and communicating notes clearly.
• Excellent organizational skills for managing multiple collections, orders, and deadlines.
• Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and follow-through.
• Detail-oriented with inventory, materials, and sample tracking.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; PLM tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Creative Director and Product Development Manager for new collections (RTW and Bridal).
• Coordinate atelier workload across collections and client orders by priority and due dates.
• Ensure atelier team understands next priorities and workloads.
• Assist fittings by dressing models, taking notes, and helping pin adjustments.
• Organize fitting notes and communicate adjustments to the atelier team.
• Monitor atelier quality and address any flaws or issues to maintain standards.
• Assist with local bulk production by supplying samples, materials, and patterns.
• Quality control and review notes for bulk and custom orders.
• Resolve production issues and communicate delays or shortages to management.
• Assist with private client and couture appointments and alterations.
• Prepare for collection presentations, fittings, and events.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Apparel Magic

A2000

PLM systems

Job description

Reem Acra, a legend in luxury bridal and RTW, seeks a Product Development and Production Coordinator in New York. The role oversees the atelier, in-house development, and local production, reporting to the Product Development and Production Manager.

The candidate will balance collection samples, private orders, couture orders, and bulk production, ensuring timely delivery and couture craftsmanship. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, well-organized, and proficient in luxury garment