Sr. Product Developer - Artwork

• Title: Sr. Product Developer
  - Artwork
• Department: Global Product Development
• Reports to: Manager, Product Development
• Location: Dearborn, MI
• Job Classification: Hybrid
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Job Band: Professional

The Senior Product Developer - Artwork is responsible for leading the development, accurate execution and scaling of all apparel artwork including but not limited to graphics, embellishments, and branding elements. This role partners closely with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, Technical Design, and Manufacturing teams to deliver innovative, high-quality products that meet brand standards, cost objectives, and production timelines. This role ensures that complex artistic visions are translated into cost-effective, high-quality, and production-ready apparel products.

At Carhartt, the values of hard work—dependability, honesty, and trust—are rooted in the legacy of our founder, Hamilton Carhartt. His commitment to serving hardworking people continues to inspire everything we do. Guided by his legacy and our mission—We serve and protect all hardworking people by building durable products— we remain dedicated to upholding these principles in every decision we make and every product we create.

• Strategically lead the development of all seasonal artwork for all product categories while strictly adhering to GTM timeline.
• Collaborating with global factories and embellishment facilities to develop samples, troubleshoot execution issues, and approve strike-offs while monitoring quality standard and manufacturing consistency throughout development.
• Manage artwork revisions and approvals throughout development and production stages, evaluate artwork submissions and provide clear concise feedback to vendors and cross functional teams.
• Establish quality standards for artwork durability, wash-fastness, and regulatory compliance across different fabric substrates.
• Throughout the development process ensure all product specifications, artwork files, BOMs, and development documentation are complete and accurate.
• Mentor junior product developers and provide guidance on development best practices.
• Identify and implement artwork process improvements while using PLM systems and digital workflow tools to support the work
• Collaborate closely with Design, Technical Design, and Sourcing teams to ensure artwork aligns with cost targets, garment construction, and delivery timelines
• Analyze and solve problems in a timely manner, providing regular updates and follow-up on development to managers, internal and external partners as appropriate.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of internal and external factory artwork capabilities while continuing to drive innovation in quality through these partnerships
• Develop and foster key relationships with counterparts in Global Supply Chain, Design, Technical Design, Color Management, Sourcing, Quality and Purchasing.

• Bachelor's degree in textiles, apparel, or related field; or equivalent years of related experience in lieu of degree.

• Minimum of six years of experience in product development within the Apparel or Textiles industry.
• Strong knowledge of how different ink types and execution methods interact with various fabric weights, blends, and finishes as well as a strong understanding of embellishment techniques.
• Effective communicator, verbal and written. Strong and confident presentation skills.
• Excellent organization and planning skills; and the ability to prioritize workloads and manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Proficient in PLM, Microsoft Suite, Adobe Illustrator, etc.
• Good strategic and analytical skills and aptitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the…