Product Development Manager | DKNY Sportswear

Product Development Manager | DKNY SportswearG-III Apparel GroupDo not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.Department: DKNY SportswearReports To: VP of FabricLocation (On-Site – 5 Days per Week): New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion DistrictPosition Objective:The Product Development Manager role serves as a link between Design, Production, External Vendors/Mill and Sales/Merchandising. Each season, it is the Product Development Manager’s role to ensure sample yardage development is in line with our cost targets, timeline and brand material needs. Ideal candidate should have a strong sense of apparel construction, material sourcing and cost and clear understanding of development to production calendars. Must have great organizational skills and attention to detail. The Product Development Manager executes and communicates to suppliers/vendors our fabrication needs against the design color palette. Ownership of the fabric sample yardage request, material data sheet management, and communication of our company policies related to fabric.Responsibilities:Manage fabric sample yardage WIP reports daily and keep relevant teams informed of any changes.Execute, update and manage the communication of all new fabric and color mini batchinquiries and distribute seasonal color palette.Follow through communication with supplier/vendors and overseas office on materialsadopted for development (such as sample yardage guidelines, fabric detail sheets,traceability and pattern copyrights).Work with design to populate seasonal fabric cards for design boards.Distribute confirmed seasonal color palettes internally, overseas office and externalsupply chains.Review all sample yardage cuttings received against color standards. Request lab-dipson any colors not executed correctly on initial sample yardage.Work with VP of Fabric to ensure design team has proper fabrics for the season.Review all invoices related to sample yardage development at the end of each season.PD organization: This includes but is not limited to maintaining sample yardage seasonal binders and boards, tracking and logging in sample yardage references and managing incoming/outgoing color palette distribution.Qualifications:5+ years of experience in apparel product developmentBachelor's DegreeKnowledge of garment construction requiredStrong skill set in Excel required; experience with PLM preferredStrong organizational skills and attention to detailStrong sense of teamwork and ability to multitaskStrong analytical and decision-making skillsWhat We OfferCompetitive compensationComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits401(k) with company matchGenerous PTO and paid holidaysEmployee discounts across G-III brandsCareer growth opportunities within a global fashion organizationA collaborative, innovative environment working with industry-leading brandsPay Range$75,000 – $85,000 per yearPlease note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd.G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing, enabling us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands—including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion—our success is driven by our entrepreneurial spirit and deep industry relationships.G-III’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Converse, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville, and more. xhmxlyz G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, and Donna Karan brands.