Jr. Apparel Developer

Boombah; Kendall Township (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Boombah is seeking a Product Developer to create and design sports apparel at its Yorkville, Illinois headquarters. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel Design, at least 1 year of apparel design experience, and expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud applications. Responsibilities include developing apparel consistent with brand identity, utilizing design software, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, requiring 3 days onsite and 2 days remote each week.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of previous apparel design experience with a consumer products company.
• Minimum 1 year of product development experience with the ability to bring product concepts to life.
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating and developing sports apparel consistent with brand identity.
• Utilizes sketching and design software to visually depict design ideas.
• Researches market trends and materials for product development.

Skills

Adobe Creative Cloud Applications

Project management

Organizational skills

Fabric and garment manufacturing methods

Creativity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel Design or Merchandising

Tools

CLO 3D

Browzwear

Gerber AccuMark

Job description

Overview

Founded in 2003, Boombah Inc. is a premier designer and manufacturer of sporting goods and apparel. We have experienced tremendous growth over the past 23 years and are looking to grow our Product Development team!

Our corporate headquarters is a 265,000 square foot facility located in Yorkville, Illinois with our own manufacturing facility located in the Dominican Republic. We have a staff of committed professionals, who strive to BE what no one else is and GIVE what no one else will to our customers.

We are looking for an individual who is just as driven as the athletes we serve. In this role, you will report directly to the Director of Product Development and be responsible for creating and designing products that optimize function, value, and aesthetic appearance—helping our customers achieve their goals both on and off the field.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating and developing sports apparel that is consistent with our brand’s identity and are on trend with the marketplace.
• Creates designs by utilizing sketching, 2D design software, and 3D modeling software to visually depict design ideas.
• Reviews, tests, and evaluates design concepts by computerized modelling and physical hands-on testing of models and documents findings.
• Researches market trends, materials, and manufacturing processes to assist in the development of products.
• Coordinates samples, material sourcing, cost estimates, testing, etc. with various partners.
• Maintains Tech Packs, Spec Sheets, Cost Sheets, and other product documentation.
• Collaborates and brainstorms with Product Development, Engineers, Production, Quality Assurance, and other cross functional members.
• Evaluates quality issues, return rates, and sales to guide product revisions or new product development.
• Completes other miscellaneous duties assigned in the design and development of new and existing products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel Design or Merchandising or related field, required.
• Minimum 1+ years of previous apparel design experience with a consumer products company, required.
• Minimum 1 year of product development experience with the ability to bring product concepts to life, required.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud Applications – Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat, required.
• Expertise in CLO 3D, Browzwear and/or Gerber AccuMark preferred.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects.
• Proven ability to work in fast paced environment with tight deadlines while being detail oriented.
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Creative self-starter, who is persistent, a strong team player, successful collaborator and takes ownership.
• Knowledge of various fabric and garment manufacturing methods and materials: fiber production, fabric formation, and wet processing, required.
• Experience working with overseas team/vendors helpful. Spanish and/or Chinese a plus.
• Must be able to commit to hybrid schedule with 3 days onsite in Yorkville, Illinois and 2 days remote each week.
• Must be able to travel up to 10% of time.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.