We are looking to hire a full time Senior Product Development Manager for Madhappy. The Senior Product Development Manager will be responsible for building out our network of vendors, domestic and international, for materials and factories across numerous garment categories.
Requirements
- Collaboration with Local and Off-shore suppliers on full development lifecycle of product including Print Development, Embroidery Strike offs, and other decorative techniques
- Sourcing Materials for Seasonal collections in alignment with Design inspiration
- Manage Lab Dip process and approvals in collaboration with Design team
- Maintain adherence to Development and Product Calendar, ensuring key milestone dates are met
- Own Pre-Costing for Domestic and Import styles as well as identifying price challenges and offering solutions
- Own Seasonal Line Reviews in collaboration with Design and Merchant teams for Buy Meetings
- Manage prototype & salesman development schedules through daily direct communication with vendors
- Maintain clear records and fabric & trim reference libraryIssue and track sample material orders
- Track and report PD budget/drops on a monthly basis and report at risk styles due to calendar timing
- Oversee and mentor product development assistant
Benefits
- 15 days PTO, and 9 days sick pay annually
- Paid holidays
- Health, dental, and vision insurance with 75% premium coverage by Madhappy
- Retirement plans available
- $600 quarterly health stipends
- Employee discount and early access to products