This job has expired, please see additional jobs below
Associate Product Developer
Revolveclothing
Los Angeles, CA, United States
Job Details - this job has expired, please see similar jobs below
Meet Alliance Apparel a division of REVOLVE:
Alliance Apparel is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Founded in 2014 and recently acquired by REVOLVE, Alliance Apparel specializes in contemporary apparel and footwear and currently designs compelling and distinct brands – Lovers + Friends, Tularosa, NBD, X by NBD, Majorelle, L’Academie, Privacy Please, GRLFRND, LPA, House of Harlow 1960 x Revolve, Chrissy Teigen, NBD x Naven, RAYE, by the way, and About Us. With an unparalleled ability to identify a specific market niche, each Alliance brand has its own identity and is designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind. The company’s honest connection with consumer is what makes each Alliance brand compelling, covetable and unique.
At REVOLVE the most successful team members have a thirst and the creativity to make this the top e-commerce brand in the world. With a HQ team of 800+ based out of Cerritos, California we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It’s our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment. In return, we promise to keep REVOLVE a company where inspired people will always thrive.
Some of the sweetest perks we offer aren’t in a typical benefit package like hefty discount on items we carry – as in 50% or more off retail prices, happy hours twice a week, free weekly lunches, and pretty rad company parties.
To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE “corporate” lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve.
Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel?
The main purpose of the Associate Product Developer role:
The Associate Product Developer will closely collaborate with Design to ensure the completion of garments is executed from concept through production with the highest quality and within cost parameters. This position will utilize his or her problem-solving, multi-tasking and communication skills to help oversee the day to day development which includes ensuring brands are on calendar. This is a permanent full time role for a highly organized candidate who can be the key communicator to other departments and will thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
Major Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Communicate daily with manufacturers to ensure product specifications, quality standards, and deadlines are met
• Coordinate approval of wash/trim/color details between design and vendors
• Maintain data accuracy across all platforms and departments
• Attend fittings to ensure the product is on the calendar and within cost parameters and problem solve when issues arise
• Allocate product against manufacturers for the best possible execution which includes maintaining proper vendor capacities
• Act as liaison between R&D and Design to ensure fabric MOQ’s and cost are within targets
• Cultivate and train assistants with includes refining their development process
• Manage and own WIPs and costing processes for a specific brand and/or category from concept through production
• Independently own calendar deadlines
• Own product development from concept to TOP phase
• Be the main point of contact and communicator between all cross-functional departments: Buying, R&D, Design, Tech, Supply Chain and Purchasing
• Complete ad-hoc tasks and assignments as directed by management
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Comprehend the beginning, middle and end of product development processes
• Must have the ability to handle a large amount of SKU’s
• Possess strong knowledge of garment construction and specifications
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Deadline focused and goal driven
• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and short lead calendar (5 months)
• Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 10 lbs., perform frequent repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions, as well as, bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Minimum Qualifications:
• 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and knowledge of CAD a plus but not required
• Excellent computer skills including Excel and Internet research
• Solution oriented and critical thinker
• Deadline focused and goal driven
• Must be able to perform efficiently with tight deadlines
• Team player and ability to multitask
Preferred Qualifications:
• Degree in Fashion, Product Development or similar field
• Strong fabric knowledge
• Experience with costing and overseas vendor communication preferred
A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. As a REVOLVE affiliated company, we all roll up our sleeves to pitch in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different, it’s what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day.