Product Development Assistant - Temp

Torrid; California (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrid in City of Industry, CA is seeking an on-site Production/PD support role for a 2-month assignment, starting ASAP. Work involves coordinating with the Product Development and Technical Design teams to realize the merchant's vision, while assisting the Production Manager with daily tasks and meticulous note-taking.

Responsibilities include updating weekly WIP reports, tracking samples and approvals, handling PO processes, and coordinating with offshore vendors to move product development

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a related role.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Strong communication and organization skills, initiative and follow-up.
• Ability to handle multiple projects.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word and Microsoft Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with PD/Tech teams to align with merchant’s vision.
• Assist Production Manager with day-to-day tasks and keep detailed notes.
• Update weekly WIP reports for multiple seasons.
• Track samples and approvals according to calendar dates.
• Follow the purchase order process for timeliness and accuracy.
• Support department with administrative tasks.
• Communicate with off-shore vendors/factories to progress product development events.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Initiative

Follow-up

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Product DevelopmentCity of Industry,California

Start date: ASAP Length of assignment: 2 months with possibility to extend Schedule: On-site Monday - Friday (City of Industry, CA)
Budget: $22-$26/hr

Assists Product Development (PD) team throughout the development process, coordinating with PD/Tech team to ensure merchant's vision is achieved.

What You'll Do:

• Communicate daily with cross functional departments- Design, Merchandising, Technical Design and with Product Development team co-workers and supervisors
• Assist the Production Manager with day-to-day responsibilities, including maintaining accurate records and taking detailed notes during meetings and fittings.
• Update weekly WIP reports for multiple seasons simultaneously to maintain accurate information that is used by cross-functional partners
• Track samples and approvals according to calendar due dates
• Follow the purchase order process for timeliness and accuracy
• Support department with administrative tasks
• Assist Production Manager in day to day functions including accurate record keeping
• Communicate via email with off-shore vendors/factories to make progress on product development events

What You'll Need:

• 1 to 2 years experience.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Have strong communication and organization skills, initiative and follow-up skills
• Able to handle multiple projects
• Knowledge of Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook

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E-Verify Poster: https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf
Eligibility to Work Poster (English): https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/IER_RightToWorkPoster.pdf
Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish): https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPosterES.pdf
California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): https://careers.jobvite.com/torrid/2023-CPRA-Applicant-Notice.pdf
EEO Poster: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf