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About the Role

This full-time role is for a senior-level candidate responsible for overseeing the product development process. The Manager will lead a team of product developers, ensure successful execution of seasonal product development cycles, and maintain clear communication of key productivity, costing, and calendar metrics. This position requires an out-of-the-box thinker who can collaborate effectively with internal teams, outside vendors, and across all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

Manage existing vendor relationships to constantly improve product.
Lead internal and external calendar management to ensure deliveries are met.
Manage WIPs, including monitoring all product stages for multiple brands or categories.
Negotiate, set, and approve target FOB costs and retails to ensure margins are maintained.
Provide guidance to team members on strengthening negotiation skills.
Manage all phases of the PD cycle with internal teams, including timelines, vendor relationships, and budgets.
Integrate with cross-functional departments to ensure clarity on product pipeline and on-time deliverables.
Develop and improve existing capabilities.
Partner with the Supply Chain team to oversee seasonal allocations and source/onboard new vendors.
Manage the overall flow of allocation, sourcing, and development of high-quality product amongst team members.
Evolve product development processes and communicate them thoroughly and effectively.
Assist in leading workshops for junior-level team members.
Cultivate, interview, and train junior members, including refining their development process.
Travel overseas to vendors to expedite product and improve processes.
Complete ad-hoc tasks and assignments as directed by executives.

Requirements

Comprehend all stages of the product development processes.
Ability to handle a large amount of SKUs.
Strong knowledge in garment construction and specifications.
Advanced knowledge of product life cycle and calendar deadlines.
Advanced knowledge of fabric, trims, quality, and developments.
Advanced knowledge of garment construction and finishing.
Advanced organizational skills, attention to detail, and leadership skills.
Advanced analytical and decision-making skills.
Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a short lead calendar (5 months).
Advanced ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to ensure deliveries are met.
Advanced ability to lead, manage, and train multiple lower-level designers and multiple brand categories.
Proactive, self-motivated, with advanced knowledge of delegation and meeting deadlines with a 'get it done' attitude.
Advanced attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 lbs.
Must be able to perform frequent repetitive finger, hand, and wrist motions.
Must be able to perform bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
Degree in apparel manufacturing, product development, or apparel design related field.
9+ years in a product development role or related field.
3+ years in a managerial or leadership role.
Experience with costing and overseas vendor communication.
Excellent computer skills including Excel and Google applications.
In-depth knowledge of fabric, apparel, materials, construction, and fit.
5+ years in a management role.
Utilize positive past vendor relationships and resources.
In-depth knowledge of textiles, sourcing, and development.
Ability to travel overseas once or twice a year.

Skills

Product Development
Vendor Management
Calendar Management
Costing
Negotiation
Team Leadership
Cross-functional Collaboration
Supply Chain Management
Process Improvement
Training
Adobe Illustrator
Photoshop
CAD
Excel
Google Applications
Garment Construction
Fabric Knowledge
Trim Knowledge
Quality Control
Product Life Cycle Management
Organizational Skills
Attention to Detail
Analytical Skills
Decision Making
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Multi-tasking
Prioritization
Delegation

Location

Los Angeles

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

Senior Level
Managerial
Leadership

Education Level

Degree in apparel manufacturing, product development or apparel design related field

Salary/Compensations

$117,000 to $125,000

Benefits

50% or more off retail prices on items
Free weekly lunches
Company parties

About the Company

REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers.
REVOLVE is a trusted, premium lifestyle brand and a go-to source for discovery and inspiration.
REVOLVE delivers an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering of over 45,000 products.
Founded in Los Angeles in 2003 by co-CEOs, Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas.
REVOLVE’s family of brands includes their luxury offering, FWRD and a portfolio of 24 owned brands such as Lovers + Friends, Tularosa, NBD and RAYE.
The Owned Brand division within REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles.
Leveraging the power of REVOLVE’s data driven merchandising, combined with raw creative talent, results in an unparalleled ability to identify specific market niches and develop brands that each have their own identity, designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind.
At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century, making REVOLVE the leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion.
With a team of 1,000 strong, REVOLVE is a dynamic bunch motivated by getting the company to the next level.
REVOLVE seeks high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision.
At REVOLVE, team members pitch-in and do whatever it takes to get the job done.
Each day is a little different, which keeps the team on their toes and excited to come to work.