David's Bridal · 2 days ago
Manager Product Development
King of Prussia, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $134K/yr
10+ years expDavid's Bridal is a company that empowers customers and employees to stay true to their dreams. They are seeking a Product Development Manager who will lead fabric, color, and style trends while collaborating with merchandising, design, and the global supply chain to create quality products that meet cost and delivery targets.
FashionRetailWedding
Responsibilities
Provide direction and research on fabric trend for adult social, Junior social, Bridesmaids, LWD, and Accessories. Issue seasonal Fabric trend report to the US and JV design teams as well as merchant teams. Collaborate with the color team on seasonal palettes for multiple product lines
Direct fabric development, procurement, and sourcing, cost, availability, and minimums for all divisions of the business. Negotiate fabric and trim costs where needed
Define and address issues and concerns that impact cost and styling during the product development process. Offer solutions to hit financial goals. Use knowledge of garment construction to make style adjustments to achieve IMU target and help facilitate fit notes
Manage the Sketch review and sketch selection process with design and merchant teams for all divisions. Communicate all sketch details and issue line sheets to the JV detailing fabrics trims, and style changes. Assure that product development calendar milestones are met
Provide seasonal direction on Print for all divisions. Manage the acquisition and execution of printed fabrics through print houses and freelancers including purchase and budget, colorization, strike off and production
Participate in all product fittings, offer solutions to fit and sizing issues
Build, update and maintain working fabric library for all divisions and of the business
Qualification
Required
Education: Bachelors in textiles or fashion preferred
Years of related experience: 10+ years preferred
Ability to communicate promptly and accurately via computer, telephone, or similar device with or without assistive technology
Ability to perform sedentary work
Ability to balance, bend, kneel, squat, and reach
Regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
Ability to travel by car, rail, or air
Benefits
Rewarding Environment and Competitive Pay
Generous Team Member Discount After First Pay Period
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Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
401K Program
Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays
Pet Benefits
Company
David's Bridal
David's Bridal is a bridal retailer offering a wide selection of wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses, accessories, and in-store alterations.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$70MKey Investors
CPP Investments
2021-05-03Debt Financing· $70M
2019-01-22Acquired
Leadership Team
Elina Vilk
President and Chief Business Officer
Recent News
Digital Commerce 360
2025-11-28
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