Dorfman Milano ยท 3 weeks ago
Sr. Product Development Specialist
Garland Facility - Garland, TX 75040
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expDorfman Milano, a 100+ year-old leader in the headwear industry, designs, sources, and distributes a diverse portfolio of headwear across various channels. They are seeking a dynamic Sr. Product Development Specialist to drive the product development process, collaborating with teams to create innovative products that align with business goals and exceed customer expectations.
E-CommerceFashionLifestyle
Responsibilities
Lead the product development process from ideation to production, collaborating with design, sourcing, and cross-functional teams
Partner directly with customers to understand requirements, validate product selections, guide decision-making, and ensure product approval before production
Handle all outdoor and western product development categories with expertise
Maintain accurate and detailed product specifications, approvals, and records within PLM
Build strong, resilient relationships with suppliers to ensure top-quality headwear at competitive pricing while meeting compliance standards
Manage and enforce adherence to a disciplined seasonal development calendar to meet timelines and achieve product launch goals
Implement policies and procedures that enhance department operations and optimize the development of lifecycles
Stay updated on best practices, methodologies, and apparel/accessories development processes
Provide mentorship to Product Development team members, including Aurora
Act as a problem solver who can think outside the box and offer innovative solutions
Travel up to 20% as needed to collaborate with customers, suppliers, and team members
Qualification
Required
3+ years of product development experience
Bachelor's degree in Accessory Design, Fashion Design, Marketing, or related field
Proficiency in PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software, Microsoft Suite, and product testing protocols
Attention to detail: with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively engage with all levels of leadership and external partners
Ability to work cross-functionally and problem-solve with internal teams and external customers
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Blue Cherry PLM experience is a plus!
Prior manufacturing experience is a plus!
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Company
Dorfman Milano
For so long, people thought Dorfman Milano was just about selling hats. But really, we're about our hat family.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Richard Highsmith
Chief Executive Officer
Kyle Billingsley
Chief Financial Officer
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