Product Development Associate

G-III Apparel Group; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

G-III Apparel Group is seeking a highly motivated Temporary Product Development Associate to join our Product Development team in New York City. You will manage fabric, trim, and sample development and ensure timely execution across the product lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in apparel product development, deep knowledge of construction, materials, and PLM tools, and strong collaboration with design, sourcing and marketing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of product development experience, preferably within apparel or fashion.
• Experience managing a high SKU count across multiple product categories preferred.
• Strong understanding of apparel construction, materials, trims, and product development processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Working knowledge of PLM systems, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and project coordination skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily communication with design teams, vendors, and suppliers regarding all aspects of sample development.
• Create and maintain seasonal factory development charts, ensuring accuracy throughout the development process.
• Track fabric deliveries from mills to factories and ensure alignment with development timelines.
• Manage and monitor sample development to ensure timely delivery for key milestones and market deadlines.
• Coordinate package deliveries and organize samples for internal teams.
• Partner with Sales, Merchandising, and Marketing teams to manage and track samples.
• Research competitive brands and market trends across various price points to support product development initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Technical Design, Merchandising, Production, and Sourcing teams to support successful product execution.
• Maintain accurate product development data and documentation within PLM and related systems.

Skills

Product development

Vendor management

Time management

Excel PivotTables

PLM systems

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

PLM software

Job description

Location: New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District (On-Site)
Department: Product Development
Reports To: Director, Product Development

About G-III Apparel Group:

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Temporary Product Development Associate to join our Product Development team. This role plays a critical part in managing fabric, trim, and sample development while ensuring timely execution throughout the product development lifecycle. The ideal candidate is a proactive, organized professional with strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for the apparel industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain daily communication with design teams, vendors, and suppliers regarding all aspects of sample development.
• Create and maintain seasonal factory development charts, ensuring accuracy throughout the development process.
• Track fabric deliveries from mills to factories and ensure alignment with development timelines.
• Manage and monitor sample development to ensure timely delivery for key milestones and market deadlines.
• Coordinate package deliveries and organize samples for internal teams.
• Partner with Sales, Merchandising, and Marketing teams to manage and track samples.
• Research competitive brands and market trends across various price points to support product development initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Technical Design, Merchandising, Production, and Sourcing teams to support successful product execution.
• Maintain accurate product development data and documentation within PLM and related systems.

Who You Are:

• A collaborative team player who builds strong cross-functional relationships.
• A strategic thinker with an understanding of the apparel product development lifecycle.
• A quick learner who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• An effective communicator who proactively manages vendor and internal partnerships.
• A self-starter who takes initiative, stays organized, and drives projects forward with attention to detail.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of product development experience, preferably within apparel or fashion.
• Experience managing a high SKU count across multiple product categories preferred.
• Strong understanding of apparel construction, materials, trims, and product development processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Working knowledge of PLM systems, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and project coordination skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

The pay range for this temporary position is: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour.

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

G-III Apparel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

G-III's owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., G-III Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi's, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.

Location(s)

512 7th Avenue, New York , New York 10018 , United States