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Product Developer
Revolveclothing
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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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?
Main purpose of the Product Development role:
The Product Developer will utilize his or her exceptional organizational skills to independently manage multiple lines and/or categories. This position will exercise the candidate’s expertise on his or her construction, fabric and development techniques. The Developer will also be able to manage product development through production for the large SKU counts, lead a team and improve processes in a fast-paced work environment.
Major Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Support the Product Development Manager and team to allocate, source and develop high quality product on monthly basis
• Support the Product Development Manager in evolving PD processes and leading workshops and training for lower level PD team members
• Lead on approvals and/or meetings in lieu of the Production Development Manager’s absence
• Assist in creation and implementation of product development calendars
• Manage multiple brands or categories to oversee product development from concept through TOP stage
• Independently negotiate, set and approve target FOB costs and retails and ensure margins are maintained
• Call out margin or development challenged styles in high level meetings (assortment review/line preview) and provide solutions
• Maintain vendor capacities and independently allocate product against manufacturers for the best possible execution
• Lead and monitor WIPs for all product stages for multiple brands or categories for a fast-paced calendar
• Travel to overseas vendors to expedite product and improve processes
• Identify problem areas and provide viable solutions
• Collaborate closely with the Design team
• Collaborate with 3D fitting and patternmaking process
• Main point of contact/communicator of changes and alerts cross-functional departments (Buyers, R&D, Design, Tech and Purchasing)
• Support with Reports/SKU analytics for Product Development Manager
• Conduct market research of competitors to identify target costs and new techniques/materials in the market
• Attend fittings to ensure product is on time, quality is elevated and cost parameters are met
• Cultivate and develop Assistants/Associates which includes refining their development process
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Ability to introduce new manufacturers and materials into existing matrix
• Must be highly organized and have a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task while staying organized while under tight deadlines
• High sense of urgency, punctuality and timeliness
• Must have a strong work ethic and motivation to guide others
• Works well individually as well as with a team
• Flexible and adaptable to a very fast-paced environment
• Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 10lbs., 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:
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in similar role
• Must have leadership or management experience and the ability to lead a growing team
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Must be able to perform efficiently with tight deadlines
• Goal driven
• Experience with traveling to vendors/factories overseas
Preferred Qualifications:
• Degree in Apparel Manufacturing, Product Development, Apparel Design or similar field
• Utilize positive past vendor relationship and resources
• In depth knowledge of textiles, sourcing and development
• Ability to travel overseas once or twice a year
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.