Product Development Coordinator Childrens Apparel

We are working on a role with a top fashion company based in NYC. Role is hybrid in their NYC midtown location. Looking for a Product Development Coordinator to work on a boys apparel brand. Childrens and apparel experience is helpful for this role. Apparel a must but may be open to mens or womens as well. Need to have garment , graphic and print technology experience. The Product Development Coordinator supports the full seasonal development cycle—from initial concept through production—by partnering closely with Design, Production, Sales, Technical Design, and Overseas Offices. This role ensures all product submissions meet brand standards, are executed accurately, and stay on calendar. The Coordinator helps maintain design intent, manages approvals, and supports process flow to deliver high-quality product for the Kids Division.

• Approximately 35 an hour pay rate - full time hours each week. Freelance for approximately 3 months to start.

Responsibilities:

• Attend key milestone meetings with the Design team to understand the brand vision prior to initiating the tech pack process
• Partner directly with overseas vendors to review and approve product development submissions including lab dips, strike-offs, artwork placements, sales samples, and pre-production samples
• Ensure all submissions meet quality, aesthetic, and brand standards
• Evaluate initial tech packs in PLM, ensuring all details are correct and are executable by factories
• Schedule proto review meetings with the Design team to review all garment constructions, design details, and art placement ensuring the actual garment reflects the designer’s vision
• Collaborate with Design and Technical Design to ensure construction, details, trims, and art placement reflect design intent
• Work with Design, Production, and Sales to ensure development remains on schedule
• Uphold design integrity throughout all rounds of development until final approval
• Catalog and maintain fabric, print and trim standard libraries for future reference
• Maintain seasonal approval charts and ensure PLM accuracy for assigned categories

Required Qualifications:

• Comprehensive understanding of the entire Product Development cycle and milestones
• Working knowledge of garment construction, sewing techniques, and seam classifications
• Technical knowledge of fabric qualities, finishes, printing, color science, and embellishment techniques
• Understanding of Child Safety Guidelines for Kids apparel
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines; detail-oriented, organized, and adaptable
• Proficient in FlexPLM and Microsoft Office; Adobe Illustrator knowledge a plus
• Superior organizational and communication skills; team oriented
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment while maintaining accuracy and accountability
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Product Development or related major)
• 2+ years of product development or relevant apparel experience

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

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