Product Development Assistant

Torrid; California (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

401k with company matching

Wellness package (medical, dental, vis

Volunteer time off (32 hours annually)

Employee sales access

Child Care Discount

Job summary

Torrid is seeking a Product Development Assistant in City of Industry, California to support the PD team through the product lifecycle. You will partner with Design, Merchandising, Technical Design, and Product Development to ensure timely execution and clear communication.

You will maintain weekly WIP reports, track samples and milestones, and assist with PO processes. 2 years of related experience and strong organizational skills are expected, with opportunities to grow within a collaborative,

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in product development, merchandising, or a related field.
• Strong communication, organization, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to take initiative and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner daily with cross-functional teams to support development activities and ensure alignment.
• Maintain and update weekly WIP reports across multiple seasons.
• Track samples, approvals, and key milestones in accordance with calendars and deadlines.
• Support purchase order processes, ensuring timeliness and proper documentation.
• Assist in managing communication with offshore vendors and factories to drive progress on milestones.
• Provide administrative and organizational support to the Product Development team.
• Support the Production Manager with day-to-day responsibilities and tracking deliverables.

Skills

Experience in product development

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Product DevelopmentCity of Industry,California

At Torrid we're committed to cultivating a welcoming, inclusive and diverse culture driven by a focus on open dialogue, empowerment, recruiting, training, development and retention. We believe inclusion of diverse backgrounds and perspectives is fundamental to our success.

he Product Development Assistant supports the Product Development (PD) team throughout the product lifecycle, helping to bring the merchant’s vision to life. This role partners closely with Product Development, Technical Design, Design, and Merchandising teams to ensure timely execution, accurate tracking, and seamless communication across all stages of development.

What You'll Do:

Partner daily with cross-functional teams including Design, Merchandising, Technical Design, and Product Development to support development activities and ensure alignment

Maintain and update weekly WIP (Work in Progress) reports across multiple seasons, ensuring accuracy and visibility for all stakeholders

Track samples, approvals, and key milestones in accordance with development calendars and deadlines

Support purchase order processes, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and proper documentation

Assist in managing communication with offshore vendors and factories to help drive progress on development milestones

Provide administrative and organizational support to the Product Development team

Support the Production Manager with day-to-day responsibilities, including maintaining accurate records and tracking key deliverables

What You'll Need:

1–2 years of experience in product development, merchandising, or a related field

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) preferred

Strong communication, organization, and follow-up skills

Ability to take initiative and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

High attention to detail and accuracy

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving

What You'll Get:

• A culture where people are accepted and encouraged to be who they are.
• Our open floor plan allows for a creative, collaborative and fun environment.
• Competitive compensation, 401k with company matching contribution, plus potential to earn company performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive wellness package including, medical, dental, vision, FSA and on-site, chiropractic and massage therapy services as well as fitness and yoga classes.
• Generous 50% employee discount and access to employee-only sales.
• Support the causes you’re passionate about. We pay you up to 32 hours annually for volunteering your time in the community.
• Child Care Discount at participating locations.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Aimed at helping employees address a variety of personal and family issues including legal financial consultations, mental health services and more.
• Work and learn alongside industry leading executives while making huge strides in impacting the lives of women.
• You’ll be challenged and grow. Opportunity for upward mobility available at all levels of the organization.

Pay range: 22.88 – 28.00

Our company participates in E-Verify . E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.
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