Sr. Product Developer - Artwork

Carhartt; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Carhartt is seeking a Senior Product Developer - Artwork in Dearborn, MI to lead the development and execution of apparel artwork across product categories. The role partners with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, Technical Design, and Manufacturing to deliver high-quality, cost-conscious, and production-ready artwork that aligns with brand standards and timelines.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in apparel/textiles product development, strong knowledge of ink interactions with fabrics, and

Qualifications

• Six+ years of experience in product development in Apparel/Textiles.
• Strong knowledge of ink types and execution methods with various fabrics.
• Effective verbal and written communication; strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of all seasonal artwork for all product categories while adhering to GTM timeline.
• Collaborate with global factories and embellishment facilities to develop samples and approve strike-offs; monitor quality and production consistency.
• Manage artwork revisions and approvals; provide clear feedback to vendors and cross-functional teams.
• Establish artwork quality standards for durability and wash-fastness across fabrics.
• Ensure specifications, artwork files, BOMs, and development docs are complete and accurate.
• Mentor junior product developers and share development best practices.
• Identify artwork process improvements using PLM and digital workflow tools.

Skills

PLM

Microsoft Suite

Adobe Illustrator

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in textiles/apparel

Tools

PLM software

Job description

Position Details

Title: Sr. Product Developer- Artwork

Department: Global Product Development

Reports to: Manager, Product Development

Location: Dearborn, MI

Job Classification: Hybrid

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Band: Professional

Job Summary

The Senior Product Developer - Artwork is responsible for leading the development, accurate execution and scaling of all apparel artwork including but not limited to; graphics, embellishments, and branding elements. This role partners closely with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, Technical Design, and Manufacturing teams to deliver innovative, high-quality products that meet brand standards, cost objectives, and production timelines. This role ensures that complex artistic visions are translated into cost-effective, high-quality, and production-ready apparel products.

Inspired by Hard Work

At Carhartt, the values of hard work—dependability, honesty, and trust—are rooted in the legacy of our founder, Hamilton Carhartt. His commitment to serving hardworking people continues to inspire everything we do. Guided by his legacy and our mission— We serve and protect all hardworking people by building durable products— we remain dedicated to upholding these principles in every decision we make and every product we create.

Associate Responsibilities

• Strategically lead the development of all seasonal artwork for all product categories while strictly adhering to GTM timeline.
• Collaborating with global factories and embellishment facilities to develop samples, troubleshoot execution issues, and approve strike-offs while monitoring quality standard and manufacturing consistency throughout development.
• Manage artwork revisions and approvals throughout development and production stages, evaluate artwork submissions and provide clear concise feedback to vendors and cross functional teams.
• Establish quality standards for artwork durability, wash-fastness, and regulatory compliance across different fabric substrates.
• Throughout the development process ensure all product specifications, artwork files, BOMs, and development documentation are complete and accurate.
• Mentor junior product developers and provide guidance on development best practices.
• Identify and implement artwork process improvements while using PLM systems and digital workflow tools to support the work
• Collaborate closely with Design, Technical Design, and Sourcing teams to ensure artwork aligns with cost targets, garment construction, and delivery timelines

• Analyze and solve problems in a timely manner, providing regular updates and follow-up on development to managers, internal and external partners as appropriate.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of internal and external factory artwork capabilities while continuing to drive innovation in quality through these partnerships
• Develop and foster key relationships with counterparts in Global Supply Chain, Design, Technical Design, Color Management, Sourcing, Quality and Purchasing.

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree in textiles, apparel, or related field; or equivalentyears ofrelated experiencein lieu of degree.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of six years of experience in product development within the Apparel or Textiles industry.
• Strong knowledge of how different ink types and execution methods interact with various fabric weights, blends, and finishes as well as a strong understanding of embellishment techniques.
• Effective communicator, verbal and written. Strong and confident presentation skills.

• Excellent organization and planning skills; and the ability to prioritize workloads and manage multiple projects at the same time.

• Proficient in PLM, Microsoft Suite, Adobe Illustrator, etc.
• Good strategic and analytical skills and aptitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to be flexible, solution-oriented, and adaptive to changing priorities.
• Demonstrates the ability to build and foster business relationships with cross functional teams, as well as internal and external partners.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Normal office environment cubicle/ office setting. Extended periods of time sitting, standing, typing on a computer are required.
• Willing to work some weekends if necessary.
• National and International travel is required (up to 20%).

• This position has a Hybrid location: Associate will work on-site regularly as needed for work activities.
• Carhartt is a tobacco free workplace.

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