SENIOR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

Executive Profiles Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apparel importer seeks a Production Development Coordinator with strong fabric knowledge and proven experience in apparel production. This role involves managing the development process for knitwear, sourcing materials, and ensuring product integrity. Ideal candidates will possess excellent negotiation skills and a keen eye for color and fabric quality. This position promises a dynamic environment where strategic procurement meets creative product development.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in apparel production and development.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development process for knitwear production.
• Develop time and action calendars for programs.
• Source and negotiate best price and delivery.

Skills

Strong costing and negotiation skills

Knowledge and understanding of fabrics and washes

Job description

Manufacturing
Materials Development
Product Management

Our client is a well-established Ladies' apparel importer searching for a Product Development Coordinator for immediate hire. Having Walmart experience is a plus. Must have strong fabric knowledge.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the development process for knitwear production
• Develop time and action calendars for programs
• Manage placement strategy and follow-up by recommending product placement
• Good color sense, and ability to review laptops, strike-offs, and trims
• Evaluate vendor mix and size of vendor base
• Source and negotiate best price and delivery
• Review final costing file to ensure it meets or exceeds the budget
• Maintain daily communication with overseas suppliers on all production details and costing
• Manage product integrity and order specifications compliance
• Approve lab dips and oversee the general flow of the development process
• Plan and execute a strategic sourcing plan to identify strategic partners
• Knowledge of fabrications and color approvals

Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience in apparel production and development
• Strong costing and negotiation skills
• Knowledge and understanding of fabrics and washes