Product Developer, Lingerie and Apparel

Description

The Product Developer is responsible for partnering with design, technical design and manufacturing to develop and execute product consistent with design’s vision and the Brand’s global sourcing strategy. The product developer manages the development and execution of products from design ideation until final sample approval, with a focus on on‑time, quality deliveries at the right cost, with the required speed and flexibility in support of the Brand strategy.

This position may support more than one product category.

At Victoria’s Secret & Co., you’ll join a world‑leading specialty retail brand recognized globally for innovation and excellence in lingerie and fashion.

You’ll work alongside industry leaders to set the standard for what a retail brand can achieve, placing customers at the center of everything we do to create products and experiences that bring them joy.

We believe everyone deserves a place where they truly belong. We celebrate individuality and know that your passion, experience, and unique perspective strengthen our team and business. Here, you’ll be empowered to perform, grow, and engage through unmatched opportunities to develop your skills, gain real‑world experience, and learn from the best in the business.

• Oversees development of new products, from design ideation phase through final sample approvals
• Manages tech pack passoff at the category level, working with design and regional office to answer development questions
• Initiates proto and color sample requests with vendors and regional offices
• Creates and maintains seasonal development trackers and seasonal cost charts
• Negotiates costs and works on cost options for margin improvement
• Shares costs and costing updates with design, merchandising and planning teams
• Manages all BOMs in Flex PLM
• Communicates with vendor base on any changes to BOMs or color components throughout development cycle
• Troubleshoots issues in development of the product related to cost, construction, production execution, etc.
• Leads cross‑functional risk assessment and product readiness meetings for product category
• Tracks seasonal development ratios
• Joins fittings with an eye toward impact to costing

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