Product Development Assistant, Domestic

Reformation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical, dental & vision

Commuter benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Retirement planning support

Fertility care support via Carrot

Clothing discount

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Reformation is seeking a Product Development Assistant (Domestic) to join our team in Los Angeles. You will maintain product data in PLM/PIM, coordinate with domestic vendors, and help manage samples, lab dips, trims, and tech packs to keep development on track.

You’ll participate in fit sessions, translate feedback for factory partners, and monitor the Time-and-Action calendar to meet deadlines for prototypes and shoots.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in product development, production, or sourcing within the fashion or apparel industry.
• Strong understanding of trims and woven fabrics, with experience maintaining fabric and trim libraries and managing vendor communications.
• Fundamental understanding of garment construction, textiles, and domestic development cycles.
• Clear grasp of development and production timelines, from sampling through delivery.
• Proficiency in data input and tracker management across shared tools and PLM systems and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update product data in PLM/PIM (Style Details, Tech Packs, BOMs, Shopping List).
• Support Product Development team in tracking development samples, lab dips, strike-offs, trims, and wash submits; liaise with local vendors for quick turnarounds.
• Track sample/trim yardage requests and manage email communications; collect and submit invoices.
• Assist in preparing and sending updated tech packs, construction corrections, and fit comments to cross functional partners.
• Participate in fit sessions; take notes and translate comments into actionable feedback for domestic factory partners.
• Monitor the Time-and-Action calendar to support deadlines for prototypes, shoots, and trim/fabric status.
• Receive, check in, organize, and archive garments, trim cards, and material swatches for milestone meetings.

Skills

PLM & Data Management

Domestic Vendor Coordination

Import Vendor Coordination

Tech Packs & Communication

Fit Sessions

Timeline Tracking in PLM

Sample Library Ownership

Tools

PLM Centric

PIM

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs)

Centric

Job description

Being naked is the #1 most sustainable option. We're #2.

None of this work is possible without the incredible people behind it. We're a mission-based company that invests in an inclusive culture, so we can innovate together and ensure everyone has the space to grow, thrive, and belong.

And starting right now, we want to do all that with you.

Work Location/ Schedule: 5 days, M-F On-Site at Vernon office

Product Development Assistant (Domestic)

What you’ll do:

• PLM & Data Management: Maintain and update product data in PLM/PIM (Style Details, Tech Packs, BOMs, Shopping List). Help maintain seasonal trackers, fabric/trim charts, and WIP (Work in Progress) reports.
• Domestic Vendor Coordination: Support Product Development team in tracking development samples, lab dips, strike-offs, trims, and wash submits. Liaise directly with local vendors (dye houses, screen printers, and trim suppliers) to ensure quick turnarounds.
• Import Vendor Coordination: Support Product Development team in tracking sample/trim yardage requests and follow through on communication via email and collecting and submitting invoices to upper management on a weekly basis
• Tech Packs & Communication: Assist in preparing and sending updated tech packs, construction corrections, and fit comments to cross functional partners.
• Fit Sessions: Participate in fit sessions alongside Product Developers; take comprehensive notes and help translate comments into actionable feedback for domestic factory partners.
• Timeline Tracking in PLM: Monitor the Time-and-Action (T&A) calendar to support strict deadlines for prototypes, photo shoot samples, Trim and fabric status
• Sample Garment and trim library ownership: Receive, check in, organize, and archive physical garments, trim cards, and material swatches in preparation for milestone meetings.

What you’ll need:

• 1- 2 years of experience in product development, production, or sourcing within the fashion or apparel industry.
• Strong understanding of trims and woven fabrics, with experience maintaining fabric and trim libraries and managing vendor communications or willingness to learn and retain information.
• Fundamental understanding of garment construction, textiles, and domestic development cycles.
• Clear grasp of development and production timelines, from sampling through delivery.
• Proficiency in data input and tracker management across shared tools and PLM systems and excel skills (Pivot Tables, Vlookups/Xlookups)
• Working knowledge of PLMs (Centric, PIM), POs, BOMs, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office.
• Fast learner with excellent organizational and follow-up skills,rigorous attention to detail.
• Calm under pressure with a problem-solving mindset.
• Strong communication skills, clear, concise, and direct.
• Self-starter who thrives with autonomy and doesn't need hand-holding.
• Committed to delivering high-quality work with consistency.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs, including product samples and incoming shipments, as part of daily responsibilities.

Compensation:

At Reformation, we believe in transparency and equity when it comes to compensation. For this role, the anticipated base salary range is $25/hr - $30/hr depending on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal compensation equity.

This role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a range of factors, including company performance, department goals, and individual contributions. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and are determined at the company’s discretion.

Please note that compensation decisions are made thoughtfully and may vary from the listed range to reflect individual circumstances and evolving business needs. Our total rewards package also includes benefits, perks, and opportunities for growth that contribute to overall compensation.

• Eligible employees get employer-sponsored private medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as commuter benefits to help support your travel to and from work.
• We offer competitive paid time off policies including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays for eligible employees.
• We offer retirement planning support for eligible employees, including the option to invest in Environmental Social Governance-aligned (fancy way to say sustainable) funds.
• We’re a mission-based company with offices in LA, NYC and London, as well as a global retail team, which means you’ll get to collaborate with people all around the world.
• You’ll get access to fertility care support through Carrot , and up to a $5,000 USD reimbursement for related fertility expenses after 1 year of employment.
• We care about the causes our employees care about so we donate to community efforts on a yearly basis.
• We offer a clothing discount, culture events (like our annual Ref Values week and Volunteer Time Off), you know, all the meaningful and fun stuff!

Reformation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the world we want to live in. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status—in accordance with applicable international, federal, state, and local laws.

If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We’re here to ensure you have what you need to show up as your best self.

Still don’t know if you should apply? We get it—studies show that many women and individuals from historically underrepresented communities hold back from applying unless they meet every single requirement. At Reformation, we’re all about growth, not gatekeeping. If you’re passionate about the role and excited about making fashion more sustainable, we’d love to hear from you. If this role doesn’t totally excite you, consider applying to our general application.