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We are looking for a freelance Product Development Associate for a top apparel company out of their Los Angeles offices! Manages production projects by partnering with the Merchant team to develop apparel from conception to finalized products. Works with direct sourcing partners to provide timely and fashionable product to customers and contribute to increase the profit margin for the brand.
Job Responsibility:
Negotiates appropriate costs and deliverables with sourcing partners to ensure best profit margin for the products are achieved
ensures tech pack turnovers to sourcing partners and factories
Manages production process from point of conception to finished product
Works closely with buyers and Product Development team to ensure buyer’s vision of product is achieved during the sourcing process
follows up with design team on technical design package and chart production flow
communicates with the vendors to make accurate counter samples
Obtains approvals for fabric, lab dip, and trims
Handles on-going communication with sourcing partners and resolves all production issues through teaming with appropriate business partners
Communicates with related business partners regarding product development progress to the assigned categories
alerts the partners of any unexpected issues and negotiates resolutions with factories
Ensures production calendar is updated and monitored
Liaisons with Import, Vendor Relations, and Traffic teams to ensure inbound merchandises are properly coordinated for on-time delivery
Requirements:
Minimum 3 years product development experience in retail or wholesale with overseas offices
High school degree
2 year college degree
BA or BS a preferred
Knowledge of technical design, fabric, yarns, knit and woven construction
Knowledge of print technique
Experience with duties and import limitations
Knowledge of time and action and production calendars