Responsible for developing premium product and ensuring it performs through garment fit and construction, and is meeting the needs of the DUER customer.

Duties:

• Own development of garments
• Organize daily workflow that adhere to GTM deliverables & development timelines
• Develop and create tech packs and specs to communicate requirements for Design aesthetic, fit, cost and construction.
• Measure garments and evaluate development against submitted tech pack
• Prepare for fittings & presentations: Measure, evaluate fit samples submits
• Lead fittings with the support of the Sr PD and PD Manager: Present style history, take notes of the required fit and construction corrections discussed for assigned styles
• Spec and analyze garments to determine compliance of measurements, workmanship, construction direction, and maintain fit intent
• Analyze and communicate the outcome of the fittings and construction reviews with cross functional and vendor partners.
• Coordinate all factory and vendor communication throughout development process to ensure accurate material sourcing, and successful execution of product
• Maintain information docs, development tracker and product master
• Build vendor & cross-functional relationships through effective communication, through email, in person and virtually.
• Manage product/wear testing to assure the products meet the outlined standards

Competencies:

• Experience with denim wash/washed garments
• Strong understanding of garment specs, construction and tech packs
• Working knowledge of fabric, construction, draping, and pattern making
• Basic understanding of grading
• Self-motivated individual who takes initiative
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple administrative tasks & competing priorities
• Attention to detail, and motivated by organization, discipline, data & accuracy
• Strong Interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and in a team

Qualifications:

• At least 2-3 years of Denim specific Product Development experience
• Degree/diploma in Fashion Design or related field
• In-depth experience with Excel and Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, In Design and Photoshop
• Experience with PLM

Reports to:

• Product Development Manager.

Working Team:

• Product Creation Group.

Works Closely with:

• Design , Product, and Production / Quality.

Location:

• Part time in office and part time remote.

Job Type: 12 month contract

The typical hiring range for this position is $65,000-$75,000; The base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills and experience. Send resume to Sabrina@shopduer.com subject “Product Developer Roll”