Product Developer (Temporary)

Z SUPPLY; Costa Mesa (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Half-Day Fridays year-round

Clothing discount

New chic and modern offices near Costa

Comprehensive benefits (medical, etc.)

401K with employer match up to $2500

Job summary

Z SUPPLY is seeking a Product Developer (Temporary) to lead development across Ready To Wear, Lounge, Active and Graphics. Collaborate with design, tech, production, merchandising, sales and planning to ensure timely, cost-efficient execution per seasonal calendar.

This hands-on role requires a problem-solver with strong communication, detail-orientation, and ability to juggle multiple seasons in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid schedule with in-office and remote days in Costa Mesa, CA.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in women’s apparel development.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of Ready To Wear, Lounge, Active and Graphics.

Skills

5+ years in women’s apparel dev

Vendor communications

Product costing & development

Development calendar & deliverables

Multitasking in fast-paced env

Verbal & written communication

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Illustrator (CAD)

PLM System

Google

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

PRODUCT DEVELOPER (Temporary) Z SUPPLY is an established California lifestyle brand that is leading the space for casual, comfortable style. Located in the heart of Orange County, we are passionate about staying true to our roots and living a life of good vibes in and out of the office.

Position Title

Product Developer (Temporary)

Department

Merchandise & Design

Position Type

Temporary / Full Time / Salary Exempt

Reporting To

Director of Merchandising

Location

Z SUPPLY Headquarters

Schedule

HYBRID = Partial In Office 4 Days / Partial Remote 1 Day

Job Overview

The Product Developer (Temporary) will assist with the product development process for Ready to Wear, Lounge, Active and Graphics from start to finish. This role will collaborate with Design, Tech, Production, Merchandising, Sales and Planning to ensure the development and execution of products in accordance with the seasonal calendar. Must be a "hands on" creative problem solver, detail oriented, inventive thinker, and able to juggle multiple seasons.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of products across various categories for Ready To Wear, Lounge, Active and Graphics.
• Daily communication with factories as primary contact on development to ensure products execute correctly, hit targeted price and margin goals in line with all seasonal deadlines.
• Develop new fabrications as well as maintain existing fabrics and ensure fabric prices are within the price structure of good, better, best.
• Collaborate with merchandising, design, sales, tech and production teams on developing and executing products throughout the seasonal calendar.
• Work closely with designers in reviewing prototypes and submissions for approval from design concept to production.
• Ensure that all artwork, prints, and fabrics for sourcing are sent in correct format with all correct information to suppliers.
• Work closely with production team to ensure that styles are executed properly in bulk production.
• Maintain all necessary fabric content, color codes, and correct style information throughout the development process each season.
• Identify new sourcing opportunities to drive quality, innovation, and speed to market for the brand.
• Ensure product lines are brought to market in a timely and profitable manner.
• Ensure product development is in accordance with margin requirements and production calendar.
• Manage time and action calendar for assigned categories to meet all deadlines.
• Manage & prep lines for all milestones.
• Understand style cost build ups and opportunities for value engineering.
• Maximize gross margin opportunities through leverage, product re-engineering and product versioning.
• Have knowledge of market trends, innovation, competition, and product.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications / Experience / Skills / Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of experience in women’s apparel development; swim & accessories experience a plus.
• Hands‑on experience in communicating and negotiating with overseas vendors.
• High level of understanding of product costing / development.
• High level of understanding of product development calendar, timelines and deliverables.
• Must be able to do basic CAD work in Illustrator; ability to work with print files a plus.
• Must be able to multitask and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must be proactive with a solution‑results oriented attitude.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication and follow‑through skills.
• Must be highly organized and detail‑oriented.
• Experienced in PLM System, Google, Excel, Word and Outlook; working knowledge of retail math a plus.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Frequently required to stand & walk.
• Frequently required to sit.
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move less than 10 pounds.

Team Member – Job Description Acknowledgement

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Z SUPPLY PERKS

• Half-Day Fridays year-round.
• Generous clothing discount.
• New chic and modern offices located near top restaurants and shopping in Costa Mesa, CA.
• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401K with discretionary employer match of up to $2500.
• Collaborative, cohesive team environment focused on a thriving, progressive, inclusive & dynamic company culture.

Position Salary Range

$100,000 - $110,000

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