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Product Developer

SanMarIssaquah, WA
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

4-6 years of experience in apparel or related industries or equivalent educational background. Strong understanding of garment and textile manufacturing processes, coupled with an eye for detail. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Proficient in managing multiple projects and adhering to deadlines. Ability to analyze costs and negotiate effectively. Familiarity with compliance and safety standards in product development. Proficiency in relevant software applications for product development and management.

About the job

As a Product Developer at SanMar, you will play a crucial role in transforming innovative concepts into market-ready products. Your responsibilities will encompass fabric and trim approvals, color selection, testing, sample evaluations, cost analysis, and ensuring compliance with documentation standards.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive the product creation process from concept to commercialization by overseeing the development of fabric, trims, and styles, ensuring prototypes meet approval standards.
  • Create and maintain detailed Product Development specifications, including BOM, trims, labels, packaging, and necessary technical imagery.
  • Collaborate with Regional Offices to negotiate costs, enhance product margins, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Coordinate lab-dip requests with vendors, working closely with the Color and Merchandising teams to manage timely submissions for Lab-Dip and Bulk Color.
  • Conduct required testing for new and sourced styles with the Product Innovation (PI) and Decorator Relations teams.
  • Maintain organized records of tested materials, samples, and testing reports; effectively communicate outcomes to suppliers, Quality Assurance, and Merchandising teams.
  • Monitor the product development timeline as per the Product Creation Calendar across cross-functional teams.
  • Manage the ELC chart and seasonal cost estimates under managerial guidance; deliver comprehensive costing analyses to Merchandising and Management.
  • Review Pre-Production and Top of Production samples in collaboration with Tech Design partners.
  • Oversee the seasonal photo shoot and salesman samples process, ensuring rigorous quality and color assessments.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and classification requirements throughout the product development cycle.
  • Address production and delivery challenges, promoting process improvements for timely delivery.
  • Maintain the fabric swatch library, top-of-production sample library, style files, and sample storage systems.
  • Review marketing materials for content accuracy.
  • Administer the sourcing process for current products and programs, ensuring meticulous change logs and product databases are kept up-to-date.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally if required.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned, adhering to all company policies and standards.

 

Qualifications:

  • 4-6 years of experience in apparel or related industries or equivalent educational background.
  • Strong understanding of garment and textile manufacturing processes, coupled with an eye for detail.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Proficient in managing multiple projects and adhering to deadlines.
  • Ability to analyze costs and negotiate effectively.
  • Familiarity with compliance and safety standards in product development.
  • Proficiency in relevant software applications for product development and management.

About SanMar

SanMar is a leading supplier of wholesale apparel and accessories, committed to providing quality products and exceptional service. We empower creativity and innovation in the apparel industry, enabling businesses to thrive.

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