About the Role
Support the execution of Bandit's global production strategy across accessories and trim categories, owning the full-cycle development and production process from sourcing to delivery.
Responsibilities
- Execute seasonal trim sourcing and development across all categories (labels, hangtags, tapings).
- Manage seasonal trim testing, partnering with suppliers to flag and resolve issues early.
- Support the Senior Raw Materials Manager on sample yardage inventory, fabric testing, counter-sourcing, and fabric library records.
- Maintain accurate seasonal material information in product management systems.
- Manage seasonal lab-dip requests end to end, from design handoff through production approval.
- Own and maintain Product Development tracking tools across the full development cycle.
- Communicate daily with domestic and global vendors to keep timelines on track.
- Support costing reviews, including reverse engineering strategies, as directed by department goals.
- Flag and help resolve production issues specific to trim and fabric to protect quality and delivery timing.
- Collaborate with Design, Tech, and cross-functional partners to execute product strategy.
- Manage tasks against the seasonal calendar and flag needed changes proactively.
- Participate in and present at seasonal development and production milestone meetings.
Requirements
- 5+ years in accessories and/or apparel sourcing, development, or production.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Sharp critical thinking and problem-solving instincts.
- Comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Existing relationships with mills, factories, and suppliers.
- A process-first mindset, with the flexibility to adapt as the supply chain evolves.
Location
- Greenpoint, Brooklyn
Work Type
- Full-time
- In-office
Experience Level
- 5+ years
Salary/Compensations
- $100,000-$120,000
Benefits
- Competitive base salary + equity
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Flexible PTO
About the Company
- Bandit Running is a pioneering technical performance brand committed to creating innovative, high-quality apparel & gear for goal-driven runners.
- Our mission to “Evolve Running” guides everything we do, always putting the needs of the global running community first.
- As the fastest-growing brand in the sport, we challenge conventional brand-building norms, prioritizing an extremely high-bar for disruptive excellence across product, experiences & content.
- Our vision is to build an enduring, iconic brand that breaks down barriers & inspires greater passion & participation in the sport we love.
- We're building an incredible culture rooted in our three core values—Trust, Empathy, & Excellence.
- We believe that in order to build the best team, our baseline is an environment where everyone can bring their full & authentic selves to the table.
- Rocket-ship level momentum with a career-defining opportunity at-hand.
Equal Opportunity
- We are committed to fair hiring practices where we hire team members for their potential & advocate for diversity, equity, & inclusion.
- We do not discriminate based on your race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.
