Product Associate

Haggar Clothing Co.; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks of paid time off

Health, vision, and dental insurance options

401(k) plan

Access to wellness programs

Job summary

Haggar Clothing Co. is seeking a Product Associate in Farmers Branch, TX to join a collaborative team. This role emphasizes product development and offers a chance to grow in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

The Product Associate will collaborate closely with sales and account teams to turn consumer insights into product priorities, manage timelines for launches, and support sourcing efforts. Ideal candidates possess a bachelor's degree in Fashion or a related field, along with hands-on experience in apparel development.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in apparel product development.
• Ability to evaluate color, trims, fabric quality.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with sales teams to prioritize product opportunities.
• Manage timelines to support product launch readiness.
• Coordinate packaging updates with marketing teams.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong time management

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion or related field

Tools

PLM systems

Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop

Job description

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Product Associate

Full-Time Associate Farmers Branch, TX, US

12 days ago Requisition ID: 1896

At RAA, we trust and believe in our associates to fashion their future.

Randa Apparel & Accessories is one of the world’s leading fashion clothing and accessories companies, operating across 11 countries with a portfolio of 30 iconic brands, including Levi’s, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Totes, Isotoner, and Columbia Sportswear. With over 100 years of industry leadership, RAA continues to produce exceptional products and services, delighting customers and empowering partners worldwide. From the #1 dress pant brand in North America to the #1 belt and wallet, RAA sets the standard for excellence and innovation

We empower our associates, create growth opportunities at every level, and strive to make RAA the best place to build a career.

Want to work at a diverse, equitable, & inclusive workspace where associates are encouraged to bring their true, authentic selves?

Apply today and fashion your future with RAA.

Location: Farmers Branch, TX

Position Overview

At Haggar Men’s Apparel, we create products with purpose—combining quality, comfort, innovation, and value to strengthen our position as the market share leader in Men’s Pants and Tailored Clothing and one of America’s leading menswear brands.

As the Product Development Associate, you will join a small, entrepreneurial team with the opportunity to make a visible impact, build broad experience, and grow your career while learning from an experienced and highly collaborative leadership team.

Working under the direction of the head of Business Development, you will help grow the Off Price and Private Label businesses by leveraging the partnerships, tools, and innovations of the core businesses and developing commercial products that support profitable channel growth.

This role is ideal for a high-potential candidate who is energized in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn, highly organized, and motivated to creatively and collaboratively solve problems.

Essential Role Functions

• Partner with Sales and Account teams to turn consumer needs, trends, and commercial opportunities into product priorities.
• Manage line plans and timelines to support on-time sampling, commercialization, and launch readiness.
• Review trim cards, fabric and color approvals, and sample garments for BOM accuracy and quality.
• Coordinate packaging updates in partnership with Marketing.
• Creates watchcards and fabric headers for customer presentations and sell-in.
• Partner daily with vendors, mills, and suppliers to keep development and production on track.
• Identify issues early and help drive practical solutions with internal and external partners.
• Communicate clearly and promptly with vendor partners to support efficient execution.
• Support fabric and trim sourcing by initiating development and evaluating options.

Product Data & Process Execution

• Manage style set-up and product data in ERP and PLM to support costing, development, and production.
• Initiate production workflows for new orders through the ERP system with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Create BOMs in PLM for new, carryover, and replenishment styles with complete, accurate information.
• Create packaging and packing manuals in PLM aligned with timelines and customer requirements.
• Maintain organized libraries for fabrics, trims, packaging, and samples.

Why Join Us

• Gain hands‑on experience across product development, merchandising, sourcing, and commercialization.
• Learn from an experienced, collaborative leadership team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Build exposure to the full product lifecycle, from concept and materials through sampling, commercialization, and launch.
• Develop foundational skills in apparel construction, materials, systems, vendor communication, and cross‑functional execution.
• Grow your career in a role with meaningful visibility, ownership, and impact.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Textiles, Product Development, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 1–3 years of internship, assistant-level, or early-career experience in apparel product development or a related role.
• Ability to evaluate color, trims, fabric hand, and sample quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively with overseas mills and factory partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong time management and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, collaborative mindset with a strong desire to learn and grow.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with PLM systems such as Yunique or FlexPLM.
• Experience with fabric, trim, organization testing requirements and test methods.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop.
• Experience in menswear and tailored clothing.

What we Offer

• Three weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment.
• Company provided life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid parental leave.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance options with low employee contributions.
• Optional supplemental life insurance, pet insurance, and accident & critical illness insurance offered at a group discount rate.
• 401(k).
• Unlimited access to our award-winning online fitness and wellness program.
• A great place to work, fast-paced, with terrific career growth

“The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Randa management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.”