Swimwear SMU Manager: Design, Development & PLM Lead

The Levy Group, Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apparel manufacturer is seeking a skilled Swimwear Designer to manage product development in the Action Sports division. This full-time position involves collaboration with various teams to oversee the entire product lifecycle from concept to production. Ideal candidates have 4-6 years of experience in the swimwear industry and strong design skills, particularly in Adobe software and PLM systems.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of Product Development or Design experience, specifically in the swimwear industry.
• Detail-oriented and multi-tasking abilities.
• Able to work collaboratively as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage the product development process and seasonal calendar for assigned product lines.
• Lead the creative process for SMU swim programs.
• Communicate all lab dip, strike off, fabric approvals, and sample approvals.
• Attend fittings alongside Design and Technical Design teams.

Skills

Product Development

Design

Microsoft Word

Excel

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Education

Degree in Product Development, Design, or related field

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

A leading apparel manufacturer is seeking a skilled Swimwear Designer to manage product development in the Action Sports division. This full-time position involves collaboration with various teams to oversee the entire product lifecycle from concept to production. Ideal candidates have 4-6 years of experience in the swimwear industry and strong design skills, particularly in Adobe software and PLM systems.