Product Developer

The IRONMAN Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The IRONMAN Group in Tampa, Florida is seeking a Product Developer to shape merchandise concepts from concept to commercialization. You will balance creativity with brand standards and speed to market, working with internal partners and external vendors to develop high-quality products that resonate with athletes and fans.

You will manage line plans, artwork, and product specs, track seasonal calendars, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining data integrity across systems and analyzing

Qualifications

• Proficiency with MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Experience managing product development timelines across multiple seasonal collections.
• Ability to interpret sales data and market trends to support product strategy.
• 3–5 years of experience in product development, merchandising, buying, sourcing, apparel, or a related retail environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Textile Merchandising, Marketing, Product Development, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day product development activities for assigned merchandise categories, managing products from concept through commercialization.
• Coordinate line plans, sample reviews, artwork development, and vendor communication to support timely execution of seasonal assortments.
• Manage seasonal development calendars, proactively tracking milestones, vendor deliverables, and product launch timelines to support on-time execution.
• Review and approve product samples for quality, fit, construction, artwork placement, and brand consistency.
• Create, manage, and distribute artboards, technical packages, and product specifications to vendors, ensuring accuracy and alignment with brand standards.
• Partner with vendors to develop products, source materials, evaluate capabilities, and drive continuous improvements in quality, cost, and speed to market.
• Maintain product data integrity across systems and oversee product documentation, reporting, and digital asset management.
• Analyze sales performance and customer feedback to inform future assortment and product decisions.
• Stay current on market trends, vendors, materials, art styles, silhouettes, and product innovations, using insights to identify new product opportunities relevant to the IRONMAN brand and customer experience.

Skills

MS Office

Adobe CS

Illustrator

Photoshop

Product development

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising or related field

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Job description

At The IRONMAN Group, our purpose is clear: to inspire people to unlock their greatest potential through sport, pushing beyond limits to become the fullest expression of human achievement. Through our BE ICONIC vision, we are building the most loved brands, producing the world’s most inspiring events, and fostering deeply engaged communities that change lives. We aim to empower over a million athletes to cross a finish line each year and inspire a billion people worldwide through the power of the human spirit.

As part of our team, you’ll join a high-performance, caring culture where innovation thrives, communities are uplifted, and every achievement, big or small, is celebrated. You’ll help shape experiences that fill hearts, consume minds, and enrich souls. This is more than a job. It’s a chance to be part of a global movement, to lead from the front, and to leave a legacy. Together, we create moments that last a lifetime. The IRONMAN Group is the world's largest operator of mass participation sports, delivering over 200+ events a year across 55+ countries thanks to a passionate global team. For more information, visit www.ironman.com/about-ironman-group.

We are seeking a highly motivated Product Developer to join our Tampa, Florida office, reporting to the Sr. Director of Product Development.

The Opportunity:

This role offers the opportunity to shape merchandise that connects athletes, supporters, and fans to some of the world’s most inspiring endurance events. As Product Developer, you will help bring product concepts to life across seasonal assortments, balancing creativity, commercial insight, brand consistency, and speed to market. Working closely with internal partners and external vendors, you will play a key role in developing high-quality products that reflect the energy of our events and strengthen the athlete and customer experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own day-to-day product development activities for assigned merchandise categories, managing products from concept through commercialization.
• Coordinate line plans, sample reviews, artwork development, and vendor communication to support timely execution of seasonal assortments.
• Manage seasonal development calendars, proactively tracking milestones, vendor deliverables, and product launch timelines to support on-time execution.
• Review and approve product samples for quality, fit, construction, artwork placement, and brand consistency.
• Create, manage, and distribute artboards, technical packages, and product specifications to vendors, ensuring accuracy and alignment with brand standards.
• Partner with vendors to develop products, source materials, evaluate capabilities, and drive continuous improvements in quality, cost, and speed to market.
• Maintain product data integrity across systems and oversee product documentation, reporting, and digital asset management.
• Analyze sales performance and customer feedback to inform future assortment and product decisions.
• Stay current on market trends, vendors, materials, art styles, silhouettes, and product innovations, using insights to identify new product opportunities relevant to the IRONMAN brand and customer experience.

Culture

• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful team environment by demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and collaboration in all interactions.
• Embrace IRONMAN’s BE ICONIC mindset by bringing an athlete-first perspective, taking ownership of work, and showing pride in delivering exceptional experiences.
• Communicate openly and constructively with teammates and cross-functional partners to support efficient execution and problem solving.
• Demonstrate adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset, learning from each event and contributing ideas to improve processes and experiences.
• Act as a culture carrier onsite and offsite, recognizing that individual behaviors directly shape the athlete, volunteer, and team experience.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Working knowledge of apparel construction, embellishment techniques, fabrics, trims, materials, and sourcing processes.
• Experience managing product development timelines across multiple seasonal collections.
• Ability to interpret sales data and market trends to support product strategy.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and remain effective in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain a professional atmosphere for employees, clients, and customers.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Textile Merchandising, Marketing, Product Development, or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in product development, merchandising, buying, sourcing, apparel, or a related retail environment.