PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT - Entry Level

General Overview:

Product Development Assistant will utilize product development and process knowledge to assist the sourcing and raw material development process for assigned divisions

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

We are looking for team players ready to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include assisting with color approvals, sampling process and sourcing. Assisting Product Development and Design teams as needed.

• Assist the PD Coordinates on all aspects of development to ensure calendar deadlines are met
• Send out and track Quality Submit sheets to suppliers
• Issue POs for raw materials sample development
• Track raw materials for sample development
• Create and maintain seasonal development tracking charts in BMS
• Maintain historical and seasonal information on development raw materials, (seasonal books and files, and fabric and yarn reference library)
• Enter cost sheets for development into BMS
• Maintain seasonal inventory of leftover sample yarns and trims
• Transfer sample fabrics and yarns as needed between factories and warehouses
• Handle other responsibilities and projects as assigned

Desired Skills and Experience

- Understanding of product development, color matching and textiles required.

- 0 to 1 years’ experience in apparel industry.

- Experience with lab dips and sample yardage ordering/tracking a plus

- 4 year Bachelor’s degree required, product development or textile major preferred. Recent college grad with internship experience in apparel industry ideal.

- Valid Driver's License is required.

- Proficient in Illustrator, Excel & Word.

- Must have the ability to work in a cross functional team environment.

- Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

- Must have good time management and organizational skills.

- Must have good written and verbal communication skills.