Product Development Associate

At RAA, we trust and believe in our associates to fashion their future.

Randa Apparel & Accessories is one of the world’s leading fashion clothing and accessories companies, operating across 11 countries with a portfolio of 30 iconic brands, including Levi’s, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Totes, Isotoner, and Columbia Sportswear. With over 100 years of industry leadership, RAA continues to produce exceptional products and services, delighting customers and empowering partners worldwide. From the #1 dress pant brand in North America to the #1 belt and wallet, RAA sets the standard for excellence and innovation

We empower our associates, create growth opportunities at every level, and strive to make RAA the best place to build a career.

Want to work at a diverse, equitable, & inclusive workspace where associates are encouraged to bring their true, authentic selves?

Apply today and fashion your future with RAA.

Position Summary :

We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Product Development Associate to join our Apparel team. This role supports the end-to-end product development process, working closely with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Production teams to bring seasonal collections to life. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is highly organized, and has a strong understanding of garment construction, fabric, trims, and the development calendar.

Essential Job Functions :

• Support the product development lifecycle from initial concept to final production hand-off.
• Track and manage development timelines to ensure all key milestones and approvals are met.
• Build styles in the Design Master ERP system to initiate the costing process.
• Review new orders and initiate production workflows through the ERP system.
• Communicate directly with factories and mills regarding production bulk color approvals and shadeband reviews.
• Collaborate internally with Design and Sourcing teams to align on development needs and solutions.
• Review and finalize Bills of Materials (BOMs) in the PLM system for new, carryover, and replenishment styles.
• Initiate and manage requests for new packaging or updates to existing packaging in coordination with the Marketing team.
• Create packaging and packing manuals within the PLM system, ensuring alignment with production timelines.
• Research and support trim sourcing efforts by working with mills and suppliers.
• Review and approve basic trim cards for production items submitted by factories.
• Reviews pre-production and top-of-production samples for accuracy in color, packaging, packing, labels, trims and overall quality using our PLM system.
• Communicate with factories to troubleshoot and resolve production issues related to fabric, trims, and packaging.
• Collaborate with management for final development and production approvals.
• Manage the approval process for production fabric, trims, and garments, including in-house and third-party lab testing.
• Participate in fittings, document sample comments, and manage revisions as needed.
• Maintain organized seasonal libraries of fabrics, trims, packaging, and samples.

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What we Offer :

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Randa management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.”

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