On-site Apparel Product Development Lead

RiseMe; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kith is seeking a Product Development Manager, SMU to lead end-to-end development of apparel and graphics from concept to production handoff. You will manage margins, quality, design intent, and calendars while driving cross-functional alignment.

Based in HQ Williamsburg, you will mentor the Product Development Associate and Assistant, oversee tech packs, BOMs, and PLM data, and build strong vendor partnerships to deliver seasonal collections on schedule.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of product development experience.
• Experience in men’s apparel development is preferred.
• Deep understanding of garment construction, fit, costing, fabric development, and global sourcing/manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily direction, coaching, mentorship, and performance management for the Product Development Associate and Product Development Assistant.
• Identify operational gaps and implement process improvements to enhance transparency, speed, and cross-functional alignment.
• Manage the product lifecycle from initial sketch through pre-production samples, collaborating closely with Design, Production, and cross-functional partners.
• Meet weekly with Design and Materials teams to review outstanding collections, development status, timelines, fabrics, trims, and allocation needs.
• Own launching development trials for new techniques, materials, or constructions as needed each season.
• Oversee and maintain trim, lining, denim, and yarn libraries across all factories.
• Oversee the accuracy of tech packs, BOMs, costing sheets, and all style information within PLM and internal systems.

Skills

Leadership

Detail-oriented

Time management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Tools

PLM systems

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Kith is seeking a Product Development Manager, SMU to lead end-to-end development of apparel and graphics from concept to production handoff. You will manage margins, quality, design intent, and calendars while driving cross-functional alignment.

Based in HQ Williamsburg, you will mentor the Product Development Associate and Assistant, oversee tech packs, BOMs, and PLM data, and build strong vendor partnerships to deliver seasonal collections on schedule.