Product Development Specialist

L'Amy America; West Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full employee benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

L'AMY AMERICA invites entry-level fashion eyewear enthusiasts to join our team in Connecticut. You will support the Product Development Manager and collaborate with Brand Managers on launch calendars, with daily factory communications to keep developments on track.

We seek organized self-starters with strong attention to detail and the will to learn and grow within our company; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Previous Eyewear experience is a plus.
• Great attention to detail.
• Must be organized.
• Have good follow-through.
• Self-starter with ambition to learn and grow within our company.
• 0-2 years of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Product Development Manager and VP of Product Development in day-to-day functions.
• Work with Brand Managers on launch calendars.
• Daily communication with our factories.
• Help in the creation of product launch forms.
• Assist in developing eyewear for highly recognized brands such as Ann Taylor, Sperry, Champion, NicoleMiller, as well as others.
• Help to coordinate design briefs, drawings and color overviews.
• Color and Trend Analysis/ Market Analysis.
• Communicate with the sales team regarding product and market needs.
• Maintain and track progress of developments; make sure in-line with development calendar to ensure on-time launches.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organized

Self-starter

Follow-through

Recent graduates encouraged

Education

Recent college graduates encouraged to apply

Job description

L'AMY AMERICA is a leading EYEWEAR company with a prestigious brand portfolio including renowned fashion, sport and casual wear brands. With over 200 years of eyewear design heritage, L'AMY has a strong international presence and enjoys a reputation for the highest quality products and excellent customer service. The group develops eyewear for NICOLE MILLER, ANN TAYLOR, SPERRY, CHAMPION SPORTSWEAR, GLAMOUR EDITOR'S PICK, NEW BALANCE, CANALI and BALMAIN as well as our own house brands. L'AMY thrives on the founding principles of innovation and quality, and integrates these principles in each of its selected brands for a vibrant portfolio of understated luxury, distinctive design, modern technology and contemporary styling. Please visit our website at www.lamyamerica.com.

Job Description

Have you always wanted to get a job in fashion?

We have an opportunity to enter the fashion eyewear world.

We work with American and European fashion brands and need someone to join our team.

• Support the Product Development Manager and VP of Product Development in day-to-day functions
• Work with Brand Managers on launch calendars
• Daily communication with our factories
• Help in the creation of product launch forms
• Assist in developing eyewear for highly recognized brands such as Ann Taylor, Sperry, Champion, NicoleMiller, as well as others
• Help to coordinate design briefs, drawings and color overviews
• Color and Trend Analysis/ Market Analysis
• Communicate with the sales team regarding product and market needs
• Maintain and track progress of developments; make sure in-line with development calendar to ensure on-time launches.

Qualifications

• Previous Eyewear experience is a plus
• Great attention to detail
• Must be organized
• Have good follow-through
• Self-starter with ambition to learn and grow with in our company
• Recent college graduates encouraged to apply
• 0-2 years of work experience

Additional Information

• L’AMY AMERICA offers competitive compensation and full range of Employee Benefit Plans for full-time employees.
• Employee Benefits for part-time employees include generous paid-time off and a 401(k) Plan with Employer matching contributions.
• 2019 Winner Best Places to Work in Connecticut!