Product Development Manager

Product Development Manager

This position requires coordination between Development, Planning, Merchandising and Design departments in a design driven atmosphere. Applicant must be technically competent and have a detailed understanding of the manufacturing processes for a diverse range of product types. Applicant must be able to develop and manage vendor partnerships effectively, be self-sufficient and work with little or no supervision. Applicant will continuously evaluate alternate materials and technology to Innovate and Elevate, ensuring continued market leadership of the brand. The Product Development Manager will collaborate with Design, Merchandising, Development, Sourcing, and Suppliers to support programs' fabric & trim objectives within the product lifecycle management framework.

This role reports to the Director, Product Development- Soft Goods and is located in Irvine, CA.

As the Product Development Manager; you will have the opportunity to :

• Drive the raw material management process for assigned products, with an emphasis on performance, and quality product development within the applicable calendar.
• Builds working relationship with Design, Sourcing and Merchandising to proactively manage the fabric and trim requirements relative to manufacturability, performance, quality, cost, lead-times and minimums.
• Provide options for injecting newness into ongoing programs by researching innovative fibers, new technologies, and finishing techniques, etc. that can add value to current collections.
• Communicate directly with fabric vendors and mills to guide development process.
• Ensure all development documentation is maintained for assigned trims / fabric, fit and design comments
• Obtain quotes from suppliers, manage requirements, and negotiate pricing.
• Communicate information and any issues to all related internal parties as well as to overseas mills and suppliers.
• Coordinate internal proto reviews with cross functional teams.
• Negotiate costing with mills and suppliers to exceed margin expectations and maximize profit. Work closely with Development and Sourcing to ensure that seasonal margin goals are met.
• Leverage volume and reduction of raw materials to gain profitable bulk costing

You have :

Pay Range : $99,000.00 - $134,000.00

The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills / achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.

We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including : medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, paid holidays, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities / Females / Protected Veteran / Disabled