Benefits :
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
ABOUT THE JOB
The Apparel Technical Designer and Product Development position will be responsible for coordinating the various stages involved in the development of samples, and launch of new and / or rebranded products to grow product lines.
This position is reported directly to the Director, Product Development Team
Location Details
The position is based at our Fairfield New Jersey location.
Responsibilities
Own product lifecycle, from inception, sampling process into production, as well as any post launch issue resolution, with the ability to manage across multiple seasons & collectionsWork with designers to ensure overall design objectives are met from a designer’s perspective and commercialization perspectiveCreate and maintain tracking system that allows cross-functional teams to easily access PD materials and informationExhibit and execute strong knowledge of product construction. Knowledge of dance costumes and dance wear is not mandatory.Ability to communicate with overseas vendors and develop resources to maintain daily, weekly and monthly schedules.Review and analyze techpack to ensure production feasibilityAbility to check sample to techpack to ensure proper executionEnsure all products and samples have achieved the construction, color and brand standards set forth by the designManage any updates through the development process with the factories and internal teamOwn and maintain product development timelines and work directly with suppliers on tracking project progress ensuring team's adherence to deliverables at every stage in the process. (e.g. concepting phase, initial construction samples completed, component part and material sourcing, samples received, etc.)Coordinate with all manufacturers, suppliers and factories on any manufacturing issues or delays and work internally and externally to find solutions and / or alternativesShow creativity and resourcefulness to come up with solutions to issues which may arise during the development process and / or in anticipation to issues which may come up in sampling process and manufacturingCommunicate development challenges to management on a timely basis, while offering alternative solutionsUnderstand and manage QA / QC process, testing protocols, and regulations as they apply to productOrganize project details meticulously to ensure specs are precise, timelines tracked, and deadlines metOther related duties as required.
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
5+ years of Product development experience within the knit apparel industrySpec and tech editing experienceExtensive experience and knowledge of structural construction within the categoryColor approval experienceTimeline and project management expertiseCost of goods and margin management experienceVery strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross functionally and globallyStrong Process and project management skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative SuiteAbout Us
Laylas Dance is a family owned and operated Costume Company in the Dance Industry. Our product range from costumes, dancewear, accessoreis and shoes.