Product Development Associate

Location: New York

Tailored Brands is a leading omnichannel specialty retailer of menswear, including suits, formal wear and a broad selection of business casual offerings. The company aims to help its customers love the way they look and feel for their most important moments by delivering personalized products and services through a convenient network of stores and e-commerce sites. The company’s brands include Men’s Wearhouse, Jos.

A. Bank, Moores and K&G Fashion. At Tailored Brands, we value differences and know they make us better. We are always working to make our Company a more diverse, equitable and inclusive (DEI) place to work.

ABOUT THE JOB:

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Product & Costing Associate, in coordination with the Product Development team, brings the creative designs of our design and global sourcing office to life. The role requires a passionate and motivated individual, well versed in men’s apparel, fabrics, design principles, and the design, development, and sourcing processes. The ideal candidate is a passionate and highly organized individual who can thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

What You’ll Do | Key Accountabilities Adhere to cross-functional time and action calendar

Manage development requests received from design teams

Initiate and/or track status of all fabric, trim and garment development

Communicate daily with factories and mills regarding style and production of development

Active participation in adoption meetings with merchandise partners

Create and manage bulk production style tech packs in system accurately and efficiently into PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system

Manage approval of bulk submissions, including fabric and garments, against established standards

Process all samples and share with appropriate team members, review both PPS and TOP samples and document in system

Work with production department post adoption to ensure on time delivery

Daily cross functional partner interaction to assure correct product design is created

Lead weekly development meetings for respective product

Participate in scheduled cross-functional meetings to support business

Develop subject matter expertise on the respective product

What You’ll Bring | Skills & Experience Degree in related field required

Two or more (2+) years of relevant work experience in the apparel industry

General knowledge of men’s fashion, textile and apparel design principles

Experience working with product lifecycle management (PLM) software strongly preferred

Ability to work well in a collaborative and creative environment with little supervision

Highly self-motivated and directed, dependable with a strong work ethic

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented, and collaborative environment

Capacity for effective cross-functional collaboration within the organization

Strong organizational skills, with ability to prioritize, juggle and execute tasks, and deliver results on strict deadlines

Keen attention to detail, and demonstrated customer-service focus

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with management and coworkers

Adaptable and flexible to change, new ideas, and innovative approaches

Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel and OutlookWORK ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS:

Be able to work full-time from our company's New York, NY office

Authorization to work in the United States for any employer

Regular and on-time attendance;
Hours can regularly exceed 40 hours per week;
Must be able to work overtime as needed

Ability to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time Ability to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist, and reach on a daily basis

Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally

Ability to perform general office administrative activities: writing, copying, filing, delivering, and using the telephone

Must utilize visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment

The starting salary for this position is $61,110–$81,453. Actual compensation within this…