Product Development Assistant, Activewear

IHL Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

IHL Group in New York, NY is seeking an entry-level Product Development Assistant to support day-to-day product development across the Activewear Team; this role helps build foundational skills in sample tracking, costing, materials, vendor communication, and development documentation.

You will maintain development trackers and sample logs, coordinate samples with vendors, track proto and pre-production stages, assist with fabric and trim approvals, and communicate status to Design, Technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Product Development, Business, or related field preferred.
• Strong Excel and organizational skills required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support product development from design handoff through pre-production
• Maintain development trackers, sample logs, costing files, and product information
• Coordinate sample requests, fabric and trim submissions, and development packages with vendors
• Track proto, fit, salesman, and pre-production samples and flag delays
• Assist with fabric, trim, color, and component approvals
• Organize development samples, material libraries, and vendor references
• Support preliminary costing and maintain accurate cost information
• Communicate status updates to Design, Technical Design, Production, and Sales

Skills

Strong Excel

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Garment construction basics

Multiple priorities management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Product Development, Business, or related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Product Development Assistant supports the day-to-day development of product across the Activewear Team. This entry-level role focuses on building foundational skills in sample tracking, costing, materials, vendor communication, and development documentation while working closely with Product Development, Design, Technical Design, and Production.

Key Responsibilities

• Support product development from design handoff through pre-production
• Maintain development trackers, sample logs, costing files, and product information
• Coordinate sample requests, fabric and trim submissions, and development packages with vendors
• Track proto, fit, salesman, and pre-production samples and flag delays
• Assist with fabric, trim, color, and component approvals
• Organize development samples, material libraries, and vendor references
• Support preliminary costing and maintain accurate cost information
• Communicate status updates to Design, Technical Design, Production, and Sales

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Product Development, Business, or related field preferred
• Strong Excel and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
• Basic understanding of garment construction, fabrics, trims, and product development
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Job Logistics

Location: New York, NY – Midtown West

Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this position is $45,000-$65,000.

IHL is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.