Product Development Associate

Key Responsibilities Must have experience in production timelines and managing purchase order (PO) issues. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mass‑production environment. Work closely with vendors, including correspondence, approvals, requesting samples, sending order commitments, issuing POs, and confirming shipping dates. Manage the entire purchase order issuance and maintenance process for the company, ensuring compliance with vendor guidelines and standards. Possess strong organizational and planning skills, with knowledge of cost analysis, margins, and inventory turnover. Oversee production and inventory spreadsheets, timelines, and delivery schedules. Follow up with factories to obtain tracking numbers, delivery dates, production samples, and bulk production updates. Collaborate with Sales, Design, and technical teams on projections, size breaks, tickets, and system item definitions. Monitor work‑in‑progress deliveries and factory performance to ensure timely product delivery. Ensure all timelines are met from sample development through production to shipping, adhering to the tactical calendar and production standards. Confirm the quality of fabrics, trims, and colors for production. Attend pre‑production (PP) and top‑of‑production (TOP) fittings to ensure correct product processing. Maintain daily correspondence and follow‑up with factories and buyers. EDI/AMT experience is a plus. Qualifications Great interpersonal skills supporting a team environment. Excellent English communication and writing. Good at managing time and completing projects. Ability to recognize and react to changing work demands. Strong planning and organizational skills with a sense of priority for deadlines and attention to detail. Comfortable and confident in making effective decisions promptly. Goal‑orientated: the ability to stay focused on creating winning results. Ability to demonstrate proactive problem‑solving skills. Computer proficiency in MS Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint. 1+ years of experience is required. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Match Flexible Paid Time Off Summer Fridays Team bonding events and programs $50k-$75k commensurate with experience Full Time On‑Site in their NYC Office #J-18808-Ljbffr Fourth Floor