Product Development Specialist (Adult Sweaters/Weather Accessories) (Hybrid)

Location: Framingham, MA (Hybrid - 2 days/week onsite) Contract Duration: 1 Year Industry: Leader in Off-Price Apparel & Home Fashions Compensation Range: $30 - 34 per hour A global leader in off-price retail and home fashions is seeking a Product Development Specialist to support their Adult Sweaters & Cold Weather Accessories division. In this role, you will partner closely with Product Development Managers, Merchants, Technical Designers, and international Sourcing Agents to bring private-label apparel programs to life. You will ensure timely execution, trend alignment, and exceptional product quality while maintaining critical Time & Action (T&A) deadlines. Responsibilities: Product Development & Execution: Collaborate with merchants, design teams, and external vendors to execute apparel styling details, fit standards, and private-label sweater concepts. Vendor & Agent Communication: Clear, daily technical communication with agents and suppliers regarding construction, color correction, print strike-offs, trim approvals, and fabric quality standards. Time & Action (T&A) Management: Monitor WIP (Work-In-Progress) reports and production flow to ensure all delivery milestones and shipping deadlines are met. Sample & Submit Approvals: Review all vendor submits-including lab dips, strike-offs, component trims, and garment samples-providing technically achievable feedback for vendor corrections. Sourcing & Costing Alignment: Partner with sourcing teams to build achievable programs, drive operational efficiencies, and troubleshoot production challenges as they arise. Market Awareness: Regularly shop competitor and internal store channels to evaluate fashion trends, color direction, garment construction, and value. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Product Development, Merchandising, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of hands‑on experience in corporate apparel product development (sweaters or knitwear experience is a strong plus). Technical Knowledge: Broad-based understanding of garment specifications, clothing construction, grading, and testing standards/protocols. System Proficiency: Hands‑on experience with PLM, Web PDM, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office Suite. Soft Skills: Exceptional organizational, multi-tasking, and communication skills; strong basic math skills for spec/costing evaluations; comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment. Schedule & Location: Ability to commute to Framingham, MA 2 days per week (hybrid setup). Domestic/international travel as required. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short‑term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cella by Randstad Digital