TYR Sport · 15 hours ago
Softgoods Product Developer
Farmingdale, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
2+ years expTYR Sport is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Softgoods Product Developer with experience in raw materials development and sourcing. This role supports the end-to-end product creation process for the swimwear product category, emphasizing material performance, quality, and supplier coordination.
LeisureLifestyleSports
Responsibilities
Collaborate with design team to develop and commercialize new seasonal swimwear products
Support raw material selection and development, ensuring alignment with performance, aesthetic, and cost targets
Track and manage raw material libraries, testing protocols, and certifications (e.g., bluesign®, Oeko-Tex®, GRS)
Help ensure all raw materials meet internal quality and performance standards through lab testing and field validation
Assist in building tech packs, BOMs and development specifications and communicate to manufacturers
Set up seasonal styles/colorways and work with production team on style set up accuracy
Order sample yardage for seasonal salesman samples
Collaborate with design team in building and updating seasonal product category line lists
Work closely with vendors and mills to communicate material requirements and track development timelines
Support prototype review and fit sessions, capturing development notes
Maintain accurate records of development milestones, approvals, and updates in shared documentation
Qualification
Required
Sense of urgency, flexibility, ability to multi-task
Knowledge of textile construction, performance testing, and sustainability certifications
Experience with Google Drive, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong organizational and communication skills, with keen attention to detail
Passion for functional, durable, and sustainable product design
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Familiarity with softgoods categories like competitive swimwear or performance apparel
Understanding of supply chain, sourcing processes, and vendor communication
Experience working with large wholesalers (i.e. Costco)
Bachelor's degree in Product Development, or related field
2-5 years of relevant experience in softgoods or apparel product development, ideally with raw materials focus
Preferred
Experience in the sports world a plus
Company
TYR Sport
TYR Sport is a sporting goods company that offers swimwear, swim caps, swimming goggles, and triathlon gear.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Matt DiLorenzo
CEO
Kelly Mulvey
Chief Financial Officer
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