Product Development Manager, Woman's Wholesale Apparel

Premier Brands Group Holdings; Bristol Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Brands Group Holdings is seeking a Product Development Manager for Woman's Wholesale Apparel. You will manage the product development lifecycle from concept through production and oversee T&A calendars with multiple wholesale accounts.

The role requires coordinating PD activities across categories, sourcing fabrics, maintaining BOMs, and daily vendor communications to resolve issues and keep projects on track.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of product development experience within wholesale apparel.
• Strong knowledge of the product lifecycle from concept through production.
• Experience coordinating across multiple apparel categories and overseas vendors.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, PLM and Excel for development work.

Responsibilities

• Manage the product development lifecycle from concept through production.
• Monitor Time & Action calendars to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Coordinate PD activities across multiple apparel categories and wholesale accounts.
• Source fabrics and trims to support seasonal development.
• Order and track proto samples; maintain sample and fabric libraries.
• Create and manage bulk BOMs for factories.
• Communicate daily with overseas vendors, mills, factories and sample rooms.
• Collaborate with Design, Fabric R&D, Production and Sales throughout development.
• Prioritize multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities.

Skills

Product development

T&A calendar management

Vendor coordination

Communication skills

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

PLM

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Product Development Manager, Woman's Wholesale Apparel

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category Production

Description

PREMIER BRANDS GROUP HOLDINGS

Iconic by Nature, Exceptional by Design

Premier Brands Group Holdings, A Global Leader in Apparel, Jewelry and Accessories Design

Driven by excellence and innovative talent, Premier Brands Group is a leading, global apparel group of iconic brands, offering a diverse portfolio in denim, women's apparel, and jewelry.

Premier Brands Group is comprised of three distinct businesses that create top-tier brands for the discerning consumer. One Jeanswear Group designs and distributes a distinguished portfolio of branded and private label Jeanswear throughout North America.

An apparel industry leader for 30+ years, The Kasper Group has remained committed to excellence in offering iconic brands and relevant womenswear designs.

The Jewelry Group has a 20+ year legacy of developing, sourcing and selling elevated fashion jewelry pieces, with a design-centric point of view.

Our legacy is rooted in our rich portfolio of the most covetable denim, apparel, jewelry and accessories brands in the world. Each respective group is Iconic by Nature and Exceptional by Design.

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Product Development Manager. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Product Development Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage the product development lifecycle from concept through production
• Monitor Time & Action (T&A) calendars to ensure all milestones and deadlines are met
• Manage and coordinate Product Development activities across multiple apparel categories and wholesale accounts based on business and customer requirements
• Source new fabrics and trims to support seasonal development
• Order and track proto samples and sample yardage; create and maintain sample and fabric tracking charts
• Maintain fabric, trim, and product approval libraries
• Track samples from vendors as needed
• Issue approval comments on lab dips, strike-offs, fabrics, and trims
• Communicate daily with overseas vendors, mills, factories, and sample rooms
• Create and manage bulk Bills of Materials (BOMs) for factories
• Resolve development and bulk production issues while proactively identifying solutions
• Attend all relevant cross-functional meetings and follow up on outstanding action items
• Partner closely with Design, Fabric R&D, Production, and Sales teams throughout the development process
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while adapting to changing business needs and shifting priorities

Position Requirements

Qualifications

• 6+ years of product development experience within wholesale apparel
• Strong understanding of the product lifecycle from concept through production
• Experience supporting multiple apparel product categories and wholesale accounts simultaneously
• Strong knowledge of Time & Action (T&A) processes and calendar management
• Experience working with overseas vendors, mills, and factories
• Strong knowledge of apparel product development across knit, woven, denim, or other ready-to-wear categories
• Experience within high-volume branded, private label, or wholesale apparel businesses preferred
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, PLM, and Microsoft Excel
• Strong critical thinking, organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines, work independently, and proactively drive solutions

Salary Range: $90K – $100K *Actual base salary for this role within the above range will be based upon experience, qualifications and/or assigned unit.

We are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Division One Jeanswear Group

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Open Date 9/17/2026

This position is currently accepting applications.