Product Developer

ASPENX is a contemporary retail and experience brand, unifying the worlds of performance, innovation, and fashion. Steeped in Aspen’s Mountain heritage and conceptualized by artist Paula Crown, ASPENX creates high performance skiwear, exciting collaborations, and unforgettable experiences. The flagship store, located in the heart of Aspen, Colorado, offers bespoke retail, elevated rental equipment, and exceptional food and wine experiences both on- and off-mountain. Discover more at ASPENX.com and on Instagram @ASPENX.

Summary
The Product Developer is responsible for long-range ASPENX product creation from concept to commercialization for multiple assortments, managing the entire product development process including creation of Tech Packs, Bills of Materials (BOMs), & Adobe Illustrator (AI) sketches, and assortment line reviews to bring the ASPENX vision to life. This role will be accountable to the full product development cycle and roadmap, and meeting product financial objectives. This role will support across all product lines and collaborations, and will fully own the strategy, concept, and creation of the ASPENX logo-wear product line.

The budgeted salary range for this position starts at $65,533- $91,746. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience, all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist with seasonal, annual and rotational product development and designs
• Assist with sourcing which may include travel to vendors and/or factories
• Create digital flat sketches in Adobe Illustrator
• Create print swatches in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator (knowledge of pattern/print creation not required)
• Review prototype samples, provide comments, and maintain all communications with factories
• Oversee the entire prototype workflow
• Collaborate with the Fit & Spec team during prototype sample fittings and to develop fit blocks
• Attend vendor meetings, trade shows, and conferences to learn about new products and industry trends as well as a willingness to travel to visit domestic and overseas suppliers as required
• Approve, with Management, samples for production after a thorough evaluation of fit, measurement, pattern shaping, hanger appeal and functionality
• Assist in effectively negotiating product terms with local and overseas suppliers (cost, quality and delivery lead-times), securing cost efficiencies through effective bottom-up approach (open cost sheets) and accurate costing benchmarking
• Interface with buying teams
• Work cross-functionally with Merchandising and Marketing teams to bring new and innovative products to market
• Collaborate and prepare trend boards, color cards, and decks for presentation and development for Management stakeholders
• Experienced and knowledgeable about performance product design
• Advanced knowledge about critical path, costing, manufacturing and calendar management
• Able to work under pressure maintaining attention to detail and accurate work in a fast paced and changing environment
• Other duties as assigned

• Associate of Arts or Bachelor degree required in Product Development or related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a product developer exclusively in the fashion industry
• Experience in performance wear/ or luxury fashion required
• Very strong skills in Adobe Illustrator required. Strong computer skills including Adobe creative suite, excel, InDesign, Acrobat, & NGC/PLM (3D software knowledge a bonus - Browzwear/Clo)
• Must possess very strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience and knowledge of performance product design
• Advanced knowledge about critical path, costing, manufacturing and calendar management
• Able to work under pressure maintaining attention to detail and accurate work in a fast paced and changing environment

Supervision Given and Received
Supervision given: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Supervision received: Works under general supervision of Product Manager- ASPENX. Receives continuing or individual assignments according to supervisor’s directions and may perform routine tasks. Expectations of the quality, quantity and deadlines are clearly set. Instructions, advice and assistance available as needed. Work is reviewed on demand or during scheduled check-ins.

Work Environment
Ability to stand, type and sit at desk/computer for most of the work shift executing repetitive movements
No adverse or hazardous conditions
Not required, but preferred to be able to occasionally lift, push or pull 25 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen Skiing Company, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen Skiing Company / ASPENX / The Little Nell / Limelight Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.

For an overview of Aspen Skiing Company's benefits and other compensation visit aspensnowmass.com/jobs/benefits

As of March 11th 2022, Aspen Skiing Company, ASPENX, The Little Nell, and The Limelight Hotels will no longer require all active employees to be fully vaccinated in the workplace. Read more about our policies as it relates to employee safety here