Head of Product Development & Vendor Operations

The Nash Collection; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Job summary

A fast-growing lifestyle apparel brand is seeking a Director of Product Development to lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, manage vendor relationships, and streamline product processes. Ideal candidates will have 7–10 years of experience in apparel development, strong proficiency in NetSuite, and creativity to balance innovation with business goals. Join a passionate team where you can shape how products come to life, drive efficiency, and contribute to a thriving company culture.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in apparel product development or sourcing.
• Deep knowledge of the end-to-end product lifecycle.
• Organized and process-oriented with the ability to structure chaos.

Responsibilities

• Translate design direction into production-ready tech packs.
• Act as the primary contact for all vendors.
• Collaborate with leadership on seasonal line plans and forecasts.

Skills

NetSuite experience

Adobe Illustrator proficiency

Excel or Google Sheets skills

Understanding of garment construction

Strong communication skills

Creative thinking

Tools

NetSuite

PLM software

Job description

A fast-growing lifestyle apparel brand is seeking a Director of Product Development to lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, manage vendor relationships, and streamline product processes. Ideal candidates will have 7–10 years of experience in apparel development, strong proficiency in NetSuite, and creativity to balance innovation with business goals. Join a passionate team where you can shape how products come to life, drive efficiency, and contribute to a thriving company culture.