Fashion Product Innovator & Development Coordinator

Aquent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a dynamic product development professional in New York to drive the creation of new products and guide them through development lifecycle. You will coordinate prototypes, manage timelines, and serve as the main liaison with vendors to turn design concepts into market-ready products.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, cross-functional collaboration, and a keen eye for detail to ensure fast-paced collections meet quality standards and deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in product design and/or product development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Design or related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Deep understanding of the product development lifecycle, from initial concept through to final production.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development of prototype products ensuring alignment with design vision and specs.
• Monitor the development process for product lines and resolve roadblocks to keep timelines.
• Serve as primary contact for vendor partners and ensure clear communication on development details.
• Create and maintain seasonal composite sheets and classification charts for cross-functional reference.
• Manage weekly updates and ensure effective communication across merchandising, production, technical, and vendor teams.
• Track development activities to ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.
• Communicate intricate design details clearly to stakeholders to drive alignment.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Product development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design or related field

Job description

Aquent is seeking a dynamic product development professional in New York to drive the creation of new products and guide them through development lifecycle. You will coordinate prototypes, manage timelines, and serve as the main liaison with vendors to turn design concepts into market-ready products.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, cross-functional collaboration, and a keen eye for detail to ensure fast-paced collections meet quality standards and deadlines.