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G-III Apparel Group · 3 hours ago

Product Development Manager | DKNY Sportswear

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$75K/yr - $85K/yr

5+ years exp

G-III Apparel Group is a global expert in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing, and they are seeking a Product Development Manager for DKNY Sportswear. The role involves managing fabric sample yardage development and ensuring alignment with cost targets and brand material needs while facilitating communication between various teams and suppliers.

ApparelFashionManufacturingProduct Design

Responsibilities

Manage fabric sample yardage WIP reports daily and keep relevant teams informed of any changes

Execute, update and manage the communication of all new fabric and color mini batch inquiries and distribute seasonal color palette

Follow through communication with supplier/vendors and overseas office on materials adopted for development (such as sample yardage guidelines, fabric detail sheets, traceability and pattern copyrights)

Work with design to populate seasonal fabric cards for design boards

Distribute confirmed seasonal color palettes internally, overseas office and external supply chains

Review all sample yardage cuttings received against color standards. Request lab-dips on any colors not executed correctly on initial sample yardage

Work with VP of Fabric to ensure design team has proper fabrics for the season

Review all invoices related to sample yardage development at the end of each season

PD organization: This includes but is not limited to maintaining sample yardage seasonal binders and boards, tracking and logging in sample yardage references and managing incoming/outgoing color palette distribution

Qualification

Apparel product developmentGarment constructionExcelPLMMultitaskingAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detailTeamworkDecision-making skills