Retail Product Development Coordinator

Under the direction of the Supervisor Retail Product Development/E-commerce, the Retail Product Development Coordinator supports both the Retail Buying and Product Development teams in daily operational, creative, and executional tasks. Serves as a liaison between merchandising and product development, contributing to accurate product setup, inventory readiness, and the creative execution of seasonal product drops.

Maintains a working knowledge of retail buying and product development processes, including interdependence with planning, allocation, suppliers, and creative partners.

• Supports Product Development leadership in product ideation and seasonal drop concepting. Assists with inspirational research, competitive analysis, mood boards, and concept presentations using Adobe Creative tools and presentation software, following brand and creative direction.
• Gathers, enters, and maintains accurate merchandise and product development information within product databases and PLM systems. Builds product requisitions with critical attention to accuracy, supports SKU setup for new product launches, and communicates timelines and required information to both Retail Buying and Product Development teams.
• Assists with smaller design projects under the direction of the Product Development Supervisor, including basic graphics updates, file preparation, and design revisions. Works within established templates and brand guidelines; does not own final design approvals or creative direction.
• Assists Senior Retail Buying Manager in running reports daily/weekly/monthly, organizing catalogs and partnerships with purchase orders, and following up on merchandise deliveries.
• Ensures accurate data is input, retrieved, and analyzed, and discloses any discrepancies to appropriate parties.
• Maintains effective communication with Retail leadership, Retail team members, cross‑departments, and vendors to achieve deliverables. Guest and employee‑centric; adapts to meet the needs of guests and team members. Assists in tracking product development milestones, follow‑ups, and information flow related to samples, approvals, and launch readiness.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree in product development, fashion, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of data entry/administrative experience required.
• Minimum two (2) years of product design/development experience required.
• Minimum two (2) years of specialty retail experience preferred.

• Previous computer training or experience required.
• Keyboarding skills with a strong emphasis on accuracy and speed.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively engage and communicate at all levels of the enterprise.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a high degree of data accuracy.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Ability to be flexible with changing demands, priorities, and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Maintains a creative and curious mindset with strong attention to fashion and visual presentation, and collaborates effectively within team settings.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) for basic design and presentation support.

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, a gaming license may be required and must be obtained and maintained.

The primary work environment is a climate‑controlled office setting. Work requires occasional travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences. Incumbents may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. The employee must be able to work in a fast‑paced, high‑demand environment, lift or move up to 10 pounds or occasionally 40 pounds, and perform regular computer-based tasks. Reasonable accommodation will be made in compliance with all applicable law.

The role does not require a driver’s license or insurance.