Mad Engine Global, LLC. · 1 day ago
Sample and Development Manager
Glendale Office, Glendale, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $75K/yrMad Engine Global, LLC. is a global apparel company that creates licensed and private-label products for top retailers worldwide. They are seeking a Sample & Development Manager to manage and drive the end-to-end sample development process, serving as the primary liaison between internal teams and core Disney partners.
ApparelFashionManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Own and manage the full sample process lifecycle, serving as the central point person for all sample-related coordination
Maintain daily communication with the core Disney team and lead or participate in joint meetings as needed
Actively listen to, analyze, and interpret Disney feedback, providing recommendations and integrating comments into actionable next steps
Drive execution by translating feedback into clear actions, timelines, and deliverables for internal teams
Partner closely with the VP, management team, and coordinators to ensure alignment, prioritization, and timely decision-making
Make informed decisions with the team, escalate risks or call-outs as needed, and secure approvals to keep projects moving
Evaluate feasibility by analyzing what is possible within timelines, cost, and production constraints
Lead and adapt to process changes, continuously improving efficiency and clarity across domestic and import workflows
Remove operational burden from leadership by independently managing the sample process and anticipating needs
Balance multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Qualification
Required
Proven experience in apparel development, design, and sample management
Strong understanding of industry timelines, approvals, and production realities
Exceptional coordination, prioritization, and multitasking abilities
Confident communicator with the ability to influence, align, and drive action across teams
Demonstrated leadership skills and comfort making decisions in collaboration with cross-functional partners
Ability to assess feasibility, identify risks, and propose solutions proactively
Highly organized, dependable, and capable of operating with autonomy
Company
Mad Engine Global, LLC.
Mad Engine specializes in products that reflect pop-culture creativity and individuality | 150,000+ Designs | 250+ Licenses | 12+ Global Offices | 2000+ Employees
Founded in 1987
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-01-04Acquired
Leadership Team
Oliver Calder
Chief Operating Officer
Crystal A. Marine
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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