Senior Product Developer at Beach Riot LLC

Job Purpose This role collaborates with Operations, Merchandising, Tech Design, Design and Production teams to execute product initiatives utilizing creative thinking, problem solving, and confident decision-making skills. The Senior Product Developer coordinates & keeps the fabric/trim/supplier deliverables on time, data management, construction, fit, quality, and costing which results in the commercial execution of products in their assigned categories. This role manages and reports on the development of their category as it relates to the calendar, product quality, margin, and delivery for all sales channels. The Senior Product Developer performs at an independent, self-directed level.ResponsibilitiesManages the product lifecycle time & action of specified product categories based on BR development calendar and collaborates with Design, Merchandising, Tech Design and Production teams to achieve commercial viability of designs Proactively communicates deadlines with internal (Design, Merchandising, Tech Design, Production, Sales and Marketing) and external teams (vendors and suppliers) to ensure product delivery dates are metProvides input to the Design team in creating the best product possible at the right cost, aligning with strategies and seasonal visionProactively trouble-shoots issues regarding fabric characteristics, technical construction, fit, packaging, and functionality vs. style details to maximize margin and production friendly garmentsReview and ensure tech packs are not missing any details needed for sample execution prior to sending to vendorsCommunicates with factories to ensure timely development of prototypes, salesman samples, and fit samplesSource fabric and trims.  Follow up with lab dip and strike-off deliveriesNegotiates cost, lead time, and MCQ/ MOQ to ensure they are within BR working parametersRequest and manage Fabric and Trim detail sheets (FDS and TDS)Create and manage hand, color, stretch standards once fabrics and trims are adoptedManage vendor testing with third party testing facilitiesAttends all fittings Executes cost process by negotiating and tracking cost submittals from factories. Aim to achieve specific margin goals for each product set by the Management team. Input relevant data to cost data sheet & present cost/vendor options to team Create, update and maintain Full Circle with current colors, bill of materials, costing at all timesWork with Production team each season to ensure that each style is production appropriateCounter-source products to effectively build products at the best cost, quality, and complianceEnsure monthly budget is being maintainedManage and report monthly SKU count projection vs actual sku count In conjunction with the Merch and Design teams, maintain data integrity regarding product specifications for Lookbook and on-line launchesTrack and develop SMU styles according to seasonal requestsExecute and manage any sampling requests made prior to buy Validate care label instructions based on fabric/garment qualities and end useReview, evaluate, and suggest solutions to QC issues at time of salesman samples and communicates findings to Design, Sales and Production teamsProvides vendor base assessments based on strengths, quality, capacity, delivery and MOQMakes thoughtful daily decisions to maintain high levels of standards in quality from development to production Takes the lead on production handoff once buys are receivedResponsible for vendor allocation (with signed approval of VP of Sourcing), providing TNA of confirmed deliveries and negotiated costs to Production team within 48 hours of receipt of the buyManage vendor set ups, W8/ W9, bank info, payment terms, profile, and certification collection. Pass to accounting for set up Required SkillsSolid knowledge of product development, production, costing and logisticsFull Circle experience a plusDomestic experience a plus5 years product development experienceSolid knowledge of technical requirements related to testing of fabric, trims, and garmentsAbility to prioritize and effectively manage workflow and projectsSelf-Motivated, creative problem solver with a strong sense of urgencyExceptional negotiation skills and communication skillsAn effective team playerExcellent verbal and written communication skills with our internal team and with domestic & international manufacturing partnersSolid command of and comfort using Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel, and Gmail suite productsSuperior organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and juggle multiple seasons of product development and seek direction when neededEnjoys working in a fast-paced constantly changing environment.*Salary Range $85-$95K *This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described and may be amended at a time at the sole discretion of the Employer