Product Development & Production Scheduler (Temp/Part-Time)

DVF (Diane von Furstenberg); New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

DVF is seeking a PD & Production Assistant to join our Product Development team on a temporary, part-time basis (3–4 days per week). This is a hands-on operational role for an organized, detail-driven early-career professional who can keep samples, data, and production timelines moving accurately between our New York office and overseas vendors.

The hourly role is a 3-month fixed term with renewal potential and is in-office.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Product Development, Apparel Production, or a related field.
• Internship or up to 1–2 years of experience in product development, production, or sourcing; experience with overseas vendors is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills.
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple timelines.
• Proactive, resourceful, and collaborative team player with a high sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized tracking for samples, data, and bulk information.
• Track samples from development through production with overseas vendors, logging and distributing samples, fabric swatches, and trims.
• Prepare and manage outgoing packages to international partners, including packing lists and delivery tracking.
• Set up production milestone tracking charts and update vendor progress with ETAs.
• Daily communication with overseas vendors regarding sample and bulk status and shipments.
• Assist with production trim management, including care labels and hangtags.
• Enter accurate production information in ERP and related systems.
• Keep the sample archive and storage areas tidy, filing all samples and materials.
• Request and document compliance information and test reports from vendors and labs.

Skills

Excel

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Product Development, Apparel Production, or a related field

Job description

DVF is seeking a PD & Production Assistant to join our Product Development team on a temporary, part-time basis (3–4 days per week). This is a hands-on operational role for an organized, detail-driven early-career professional who can keep samples, data, and production timelines moving accurately between our New York office and overseas vendors.

The hourly role is a 3-month fixed term with renewal potential and is in-office.