Apparel Product Developer

Since our inception in 2017, PURPLE has been on a mission to redefine denim culture. Blending industrial design, streetwear, and luxury fashion, we've curated a collection of men’s denim and luxury basics that transcend trends. At PURPLE, we take pride in challenging conventions through design that is grounded in a contemporary spirit and timeless quality.

We are a team of creative, collaborative, and highly dynamic people who love what we do, and we strongly believe that our diverse team of motivated individuals makes our company strong and successful. We are currently looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented Apparel Product Developer to join our team in Vancouver, BC.

As the Apparel Product Developer, you take ownership of fit, quality, and construction for men’s and women’s denim styles. You anticipate challenges, identify root causes, and implement solutions. Your ability to lead, innovate, and drive continuous improvement ensures that every style reflects Purple’s commitment to quality and excellence.

Pleasenotethisjobislocatedinour Vancouverofficeandisexpectedtobeperformedon-site.

• Producedetailedandaccurategarmenttechpacks,includingBOM,specifications,anddesigndetails.
• Specandevaluatefitsamplestodeterminecomplianceofmeasurements,workmanship,construction,washdirection,andfit.
• Maintainconstructionandfitconsistencyaccordingtobrandguidelines.
• Takepartinfittings,preparation,measuringandphotographingofprototypes,SMS,andPPSonandoffmodels.
  
  Takingdetailednotesoftherequiredfitandconstructioncorrectionsandconveyingcorrectionstofactories.
• Gradingandreviewinggradedspecs,andconveyingcommentsandcorrectionstovendors.
• Analyzeandcommunicatetheoutcomeoffittingsandconstruction,andwashcommentswiththeproductdevelopmentteamandvendors.
• Liaisewithinternationaldevelopmentteamsin China,Japan,Europeandbeyondtosolveproblemsthroughoutthesamplingandproductionphases.
• Hasaproactiveapproachtoadvancingtechnicalandproductdevelopmentknowledgethroughmentorshipandtrainingfromotherproductdevelopmentteammembers.
• ResponsibleforfitsampleandPPSmanagementandorganization.
• Assistwithfabricandgarmentcaretestingasrequired.
• Assistwithcareandcontentlabelupkeepanddevelopment.
• FollowthegarmentfromSMSstatethroughproduction.
• Takeonspecialprojectsasneeded.

• Updateandmaintainalllinesheets
• Organizedesignfiles,artwork,etc.
• Documentandorganizenewwashes,finishesanddyetechniques
• Maintainandorganizetrimlibraries
• Sortandarrangeallfabrichangersbyseasonandclassification

• Demonstratedabilitytomaintaintimelinesandmeetcriticaldeadlines.
• Demonstratedabilitytoworkeffectivelyinateamenvironmentandindependentlyastheprojectrequires.
• Attentiontodetail,initiative,organization,strongverbalandwrittencommunicationskills.
• Abilitytomanagemultipletasksandcompetingpriorities.
• Self-motivatedandstrongproblem-solving skills.
• Abilitytoworkandthriveinafast-paced environment.
• Abilitytonavigate One Drive ,Microsoft Office,and Teamswouldbeanasset.
• Willingnessandabilitytolearnarecrucial.
• Keeninterestinfashion,denim,streetwear,andluxurybrands.

• Bachelor’sdegreeinarelateddisciplineorequivalentprofessionalexperience.
  
  Traininginproductdevelopment,technical design,orpatternmakingispreferred.
• 3+ years of experience in apparel technical development or product development.
• Hands-onexperiencewithgarmentmeasurementsandPOM.
• Proficiencyinusing Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop .
• Proficiencyinusing Microsoft Excel .
• Excellentcommunicationskills.
• Knowledgeorexperienceinfittings.
• Abilitytoworkinmetricandimperial,includingfractions,wouldbeanasset.

• Extended health&dental Benefits
• Aflexspendingaccount
• 3weeks’vacation
• Generousemployeediscountprogram
• Casualdresspolicy
• Company-widesocialsandevents

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer; all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications and business needs.