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About the Role

Own and drive the product development process to achieve brand-appropriate designs through collaboration with cross-functional teams and agents/vendors. Support the woven tops, dresses, and skirts categories.

Responsibilities

• Possess raw material knowledge (fabric/trim), product knowledge and have ability to create solutions relating to cost, time, capacity, and quality standards.
• Partner with Design and Sourcing from inception throughout development ensuring product details meet aesthetic/cost direction as well as bulk production criteria within the timeline.
• Work with Design to assist in the sourcing of raw materials (trims and factory sourced garment packages); understanding aesthetic and optimizing costs.
• Request and track tailoring samples/protos/mockups/washes/ new trims.
• Enter raw material information in product life management system (Bamboo Rose) for both trims and fabrics.
• Create and maintain seasonal allocation charts to streamline supplier selection and allocation processes.
• Invite offices / vendors in PLM to view the tech packs after reviewing allocation.
• Address and resolve vendor inquiries relating to initial TP release.
• Manage style changes and open issues throughout product development process.
• Update PLM to incorporate all changes post initial tech pack creation except the creation of artwork or brand new styles.
• Order and organize line presentation samples, track deliveries, troubleshoot delays, manage risk and ensure sample accuracy once received.
• Communicate concerns with cross-functional teams.
• Attend and collaborate in various key business meetings to support product development by making necessary updates in PLM and communicating to our overseas partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 4+ years’ experience in Product Development or Sourcing.
• Extensive product knowledge woven products and tailored products.
• In depth product knowledge of raw material and garment construction.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft office, Excel, and PLM system.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Teams, Bamboo Rose PLM, Adobe illustrator, a plus.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational capabilities.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and divisions.
• Flexible/adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship.
• Not providing sponsorship for this position.

Skills

• Microsoft office
• Excel
• PLM system
• Bamboo Rose PLM
• Microsoft Teams
• Adobe illustrator

Location

• New York Office

Work Type

• Hybrid
• Regular/Full time

Experience Level

• 4+ years

Education Level

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $80,000

Benefits

• Merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands
• Support for individual development plus career mobility within KnitWell Group brands
• Culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off & holidays

About the Company

• Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories.
• Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service.
• At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture.
• With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

Equal Opportunity

• The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
• Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law.
• The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities.
• If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com.
• The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business.
• The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.