Free People Movement Product Development/design

2 days ago


Philadelphia, United States Free People Full time

Role Summary:
Free People Movement is searching for a Product Development Associate to collaborate with the FP Movement Buying team on the vision of the product line and to execute development with external vendors. This role focuses on CAD designs and tech packs, managing category calendars and meeting deadlines, and working cross-functionally across internal teams and with external vendors.

Role Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with FP Movement Buying team on vision of product line and execute development with external vendors. Source brand appropriate materials and trims while keeping details consistent with apparel for a cohesive collection. Create CAD designs that align with buying line plan and follow through until final proto. Trouble shoot any issues around cost, fit, or functionality prior to ship date.
- Collaborate with manager to create category calendars. Required to manage and meet calendar deadlines measured by seasonal calendar actualization.
- Research and drive trend research meetings with buying cross functional partners to set direction and roadmaps. Collaborate with Accessories GMM on category strategies outline, based on tear meetings and trend packs.
- Develop and manage raw materials, research, and development of key private label styles. including pre-costing, fabrics, washes, trims, prints and mock-ups.
- Pull together development packs/cads to clarify important style aspects and strategize on how to deliver product vision at the required price point.
- Coordinate with vendor partners to deliver aesthetically correct samples that meet individual private label’s vision.
- Manage T&A proto and production tracking, to ensure on time production.
- Collaborate with team and accessories DMM as needed to provide final allocation to merchants once intent to buy has been communicated from merchants. Responsible for communicating in weekly TB any restyles/costing or production changes.

Role Qualifications:

- Three (3) or more years of experience in an accessories product development/production role with knowledge of hat, sock, and bag construction.
- Experience with Tradestone or other PLM systems, strong skills with Microsoft Excel a must. Experience of building CADs and tech packs.
- Experience of chemical and physical testing requirements for all product types.
- Experience in setting production standards and protocols for pre-shipment requirements.
- Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred

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