Product and Material Manager - Apparel

Skechers USA Ltd.; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading comfort footwear company located in Manhattan Beach is seeking a Product Development Manager for Apparel. The role involves overseeing graphic development across Asia and the Western Hemisphere, managing timelines, and ensuring effective communication with vendors. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree and over 7 years of experience within the apparel industry. This position offers an annual salary range of $100,000 to $115,000. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years experience in the Apparel Industry.
• Strong ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage graphics development for Asia and Western Hemisphere regions.
• Lead biweekly meetings with Western Hemisphere teams.
• Communicate with vendors for graphic development.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PLM (Product Life Management)

Job description

A cookie is a small removable text file that is downloaded onto your computer, mobile, tablet or other device when you access a website..Product Development Manager - Apparel page is loaded## Product Development Manager - Apparellocations: Manhattan Beach, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR126521WHO WE ARE: Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company(R)—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand. ABOUT THE ROLE: The role is responsible for overseeing and managing graphic development across both Asia and Western Hemisphere regions. This includes leading Western Hemisphere development, production, and ensuring timely execution through effective communication with vendors. Additionally, the role ensures consistent updates to graphic files, artwork requests, and test processes, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to meet project deadlines and maintain workflow efficiency.WHAT YOU'LL DO:* Manage graphics development for both Asia and Western Hemisphere regions.* Manage Western Hemisphere development and production.* Manage special projects development and production.* Lead biweekly TB meetings with Western Hemisphere teams.* Update and maintain biweekly agendas for Western Hemisphere meetings.* Lead Commercialization meetings.* Initiate commercialization form setup for Western Hemisphere Vendors.* Responsible for sending commercialization forms for Western Hemisphere Vendors.* Approve Intertek inspection requests for final inspection by providing CM forms.* Review weekly WOOS from Vendors.* Initiate seasonal TNA board updates on Monday tracker.* Lead graphics review meetings.* Manage graded artwork files requests.* Oversee graphic dual development.* Manage graphic wash test requests.* Send graphic comments to all vendors and maintain updated WIP.* Communicate daily with Western Hemisphere vendors.* Communicate daily with Asia vendors for graphics development.WHAT YOU'LL BRING:* Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.* Analytical/Problem Solver.* Ability to multi-task under tight deadlines and a self-starter.* Strong communication skills- verbally and written.* High attention to detail and excellent follow through.* Ability to work independently in a fast-paced work environment.* Computer proficiency; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), PLM (Product Life Management) system.REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.* Bachelor’s Degree.* Minimum 7+ Years experience in the Apparel Industry.The pay range for this position is $100,000-$115,000/yr USD.#LI-TB1**About Skechers**Skechers, a global Fortune 500(R) company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.**Equal Employment Opportunity** Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.**Reasonable Accommodation** Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing [e-mail]. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.