Product Development Coordinator - Carolina Herrera (Fashion)

The Opportunity

The Product Development Coordinator will be responsible for managing the development of RTW and accessories with an emphasis on Knitwear and cut & sew.

What you'll get to do

• Strategically oversee all stages of development from design concept through production handoff, ensuring all materials and construction details are aligned with our brand standard.
• Create and maintain seasonal WIP reports.
• Monitor seasonal SKU count and alignment with merch plan.
• Manage and enforce T&A calendar to deliver on all critical milestones.
• Issue vendor and Raw Material POs.
• Launch, monitor, and organize knit-downs, protos, and SMS with factories. Maintain clear communication with all vendors at all stages of development.
• Distribute all necessary samples and raw materials to factories. Track packages and handle shipping delays.
• Create and manage style master and BOMs on PLM system.
• Coordinate fittings and take fit notes.
• Support costing in collaboration with Production team.
• Receive, review, and approve factory invoices. Accurately track and report seasonal budget.
• Assist with all tasks related to fittings, show/shoot and market preparation.
• Support in-house Atelier needs and other development projects as needed.

A reasonable estimate of the current hourly rate is $26/hour-$30/hour USD.

We'd love to meet you if you have

• 5+ years’ experience in RTW development and strong knowledge of process
• Previous knitwear experience is a must.
• Must have knowledge and technical understanding of garment construction
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Strong ability to multitask.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in fast-paced setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and lifecycle systems.

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