Senior Apparel Product Development Lead

24 Seven Talent; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

24 Seven Talent is seeking a highly organized Senior Associate to support domestic apparel product development from sampling through production. You will manage sample yardage, trims, Recuts, and ensure PLM/PIM data integrity while coordinating with Design, Merchandising, Pattern Makers, and Production.

This role emphasizes proactive risk management, precise data tracking, and strong collaboration across functions to keep development on schedule and materials accurate.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in fashion or apparel product development, production, or sourcing.
• Experience with trims and woven fabrics.
• Experience maintaining fabric and trim libraries.
• Knowledge of development and production timelines from sampling to delivery.
• Experience with vendor communication and follow-up.
• Strong data-entry and tracker-management skills.
• Working knowledge of PLM systems, POs, and BOMs.

Responsibilities

• Own sample yardage, trim requests, and Recut PP processes end to end.
• Drive on-time fit sample completion and development timelines.
• Track priorities and milestones, identifying risks and delays.
• Coordinate with Design, Merchandising, Pattern Makers, Sample Room, R&D, Purchasing, and Production.
• Maintain PLM (Centric), PIM, BOMs, development status, and trackers.
• Prepare for fittings with accurate materials and updates.
• Own sample readiness and review processes.
• Provide status updates and risk flags in PD and Production meetings.
• Coordinate deadstock materials and trims with R&D and Purchasing.
• Manage file transfers and vendor scheduling.
• Provide clear technical direction to ensure design comments are executed.

Skills

Highly organized

Cross-functional

Data-entry

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Problem-solving

Clear communication

Calm under pressure

Risk mitigation

Tools

Centric PLM

PIM

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Vendor communication

Job description

24 Seven Talent is seeking a highly organized Senior Associate to support domestic apparel product development from sampling through production. You will manage sample yardage, trims, Recuts, and ensure PLM/PIM data integrity while coordinating with Design, Merchandising, Pattern Makers, and Production.

This role emphasizes proactive risk management, precise data tracking, and strong collaboration across functions to keep development on schedule and materials accurate.