The primary responsibilities of the Assistant Product Developer are to assist in the development, engineering, and specifications processes of innovative and technologically advanced products that meet the needs of the Company's customers and end users which assists in Company sales and profits. Assists with the engineering the highest level of innovative and quality products, executing to the product development timeline in conjunction with the timelines of the Company's business strategies. Works to develop products which meet or exceed predetermined gross margin targets, and communicating the specifications and product details to the Sourcing organization and Suppliers. Works under close direction and handles increasingly complex issues while developing a track record of success in the development processes.

Qualifications

2+ Years of Professional Related Experience.

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in Development in a medium or large size company, preferably in the activewear category.

Strong knowledge of the product category assigned.

Successful project management skills and knowledge of the product cycle and product development timelines.

Strong knowledge of materials used to build lucy products.

Strong knowledge of the engineering and manufacturing processes used to build lucy products.

Strong Knowledge of specifications management, product costing, and size/fit/grading (as applicable).

Good CAD drawing skills for technical and construction detail sketches & related art.

Aptitude for systems and systematic work.

Excellent oral and written communications skills.

Strong interactive skills.

Strong PC skills (word processing, spreadsheets).

Must have a track record in assisting in the development of innovative designs, procedures, implementing processes and getting things done on time

Key Responsibilities
Assists Product Developers with the management of the development process of assigned company product lines.

Plans and tracks the development schedule of all products to ensure a timely completion following the predetermined product development calendar.

Ensures both the technical superiority and the product quality/integrity of all product falling under their responsibilities.

Develops products that meet or exceed predetermined gross margin targets.

Creates the specifications for the products, publishes, and maintains all records, style files, and samples associated with the product and related programs.

Partners to ensure the superior quality and timely delivery of sales samples each season.

Partners with Material Sourcing and manufacturers to develop new fabrications and processes that go hand in hand with developing innovative and technically superior products each season.

Interacts with Product Development Director, Product Developers, Product Managers, Design, Marketing, Sales, and Quality Assurance to distribute product technical details and assure the accuracy, legality, and integrity of all product performance claims.


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