Senior Product Development Manager, Wholesale Apparel

Premier Brands Group Holdings; Bristol Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Brands Group Holdings, a global leader in apparel, invites a Senior Product Development Manager to own the wholesale product development lifecycle from concept to production. You will drive Time & Action calendars, coordinate across multiple apparel categories and wholesale accounts, and lead fabric/trims sourcing in line with cost and quality objectives.

The role requires 8+ years in wholesale apparel product development, strong leadership, and proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, PLM,

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive product development experience within wholesale apparel, including substantial independent ownership of development programs.
• Experience managing full product lifecycle from concept through production with accountability for execution.
• Experience with multiple apparel product categories and wholesale accounts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the product development lifecycle from concept through production across assigned wholesale apparel categories.
• Drive Time & Action calendars, anticipate risks, and ensure milestones are met.
• Oversee cross-functional product development across multiple categories and wholesale accounts.

Skills

Time & Action processes

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

PLM

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Product Development Manager, 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.

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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 Senior Product Development Manager. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the product development lifecycle from concept through production across assigned wholesale apparel categories.
• Drive Time & Action (T&A) calendars, anticipate risks, and ensure critical milestones and deadlines are met.
• Oversee and coordinate product development across multiple apparel categories and wholesale accounts based on business and customer requirements.
• Lead fabric and trim sourcing initiatives to support seasonal development, quality, and cost objectives.
• 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.
• Lead resolution of complex development and bulk production issues, proactively identifying solutions and escalating business risks as needed.
• Attend all relevant cross-functional meetings and follow up on outstanding action items.
• Serve as a key cross-functional partner to Design, Fabric R&D, Production, and Sales to align product execution, timelines, and priorities.
• Independently prioritize competing programs and guide execution across multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Position Requirements

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive product development experience within wholesale apparel, including substantial independent ownership of development programs.
• Demonstrated expertise managing the full product lifecycle from concept through production, with accountability for execution and issue resolution.
• 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 strategic judgment, critical thinking, organizational, project management, and complex problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, manage competing deadlines independently, and proactively drive solutions.

Salary Range: $100K - $110K *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 applicant swill receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

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Position Senior Product Development Manager, Wholesale Apparel

Division One Jeanswear Group

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Open Date 11/4/2026

This position is currently accepting applications.