Product Development & Production Assistant (Manhattan)

About the job

DVF is looking for a PD & Production Assistant to join our Product Development team on a temporary, part-time basis (3 to 4 days per week). This is a hands-on operational role for an organized, detail-driven early-career professional who can keep samples, data, and production timelines moving accurately between our New York office and overseas vendors.

Role details

• Hourly, 3-month fixed term with possibility of renewal
• 3 to 4 days per week (8-hour days), in office
• Rate: $25 to $30/hr

Key responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day product development and production workflow by maintaining organized tracking for samples, data, and bulk information
• Maintain a system to accurately track samples from product development through production with overseas vendors; receive, log, organize, and distribute incoming and outgoing samples, fabric swatches, and trim materials
• Prepare, document, and manage outgoing packages to international partners and vendors, including packing, courier coordination, packing lists, and delivery tracking
• Set up production milestone tracking charts, enter vendor updates including bulk status and shipment ETAs, and proactively flag discrepancies, missing details, or timeline risks to management
• Communicate with overseas vendors daily regarding sample and bulk status, shipments, timing, and follow-up actions
• Assist with production trim management, including care labels, UPC stickers, hangtags, and other label requirements
• Assist in setting up accurate production information in the ERP and related systems
• Keep the sample archive, storage areas, and tracking logs fully updated and tidy, filing all samples, fabric swatches, and other materials properly
• Request and document all compliance information and test reports from vendors and labs

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Product Development, Apparel Production, or a related field
• 1–2 years of experience in product development, production, sourcing preferred. Prior experience working with overseas vendors and factories is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills (basic formulas, spreadsheet management) highly valued
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple timelines simultaneously
• Proactive, resourceful, and collaborative team player with a high sense of urgency, strong follow-through, and a drive to take ownership of assigned work