Product Development Manager – Denim & Washed Products

What you’ll do:

• Manage the denim and washed product development and production cycle from inception of sketch to buy pass.
• Oversee upstream development inputs, i.e. Tech packs, fabric & lab dip/wash approvals and shade band standards are complete and on time to meet larger GTM market calendar deadlines and dates.
• Focus on development product life cycle with Design and Merchandising teams within cost parameters.
• Additionally, create and distribute WIP reports, keeping all relevant stakeholders informed of changes and deliverables.
• Communicate and collaborate cross- functionally and contribute to a positive and productive culture.
• Communicate product aesthetics to vendors through detailed creative packages and emails.
• Handle pre-season and in season development in denim and garment dye programs.
• Manages timelines on Development Calendar and Line Plan needs.
• Develop strong working relationships with vendors in partnership with cross functional teams to ensure style development meets brand aesthetic.
• Assist with the pre-costing process, compiling and analyzing fabrics, markers, and trim specs to estimate accurate and realistic pricing for all styles in the seasonal line.
• Obtain time & action calendar information from all vendors, evaluate and then communicate the information to merchandising/planning & production.
• Engage and facilitate daily communication with vendors to address all product development related issues.
• Prepare & assist in seasonal product reviews with Merchant leader and team.
• Negotiate price and production schedules to meet internal ship windows and business margin requirements.
• Communicate with vendors on bulk fabric, lab dips/wash (incl shade bands) approvals for all denim and wash products, and trouble shooting any pre-production pending issues to ensure all products are approved on time for production to meet target delivery.
• Communicates product aesthetics & wash standards to vendors through detailed creative packages and emails to ensure vendors understand our expectation.
• Work with tech designers and design to ensure that t/p’s align with complete BOM’s.
• Ensure all tech packs and reference are released to vendors in a timely manner to meet calendar deadlines.

What you’ll have:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 6 years of experience in design or product development, min 3 years of experience within sourcing & production for denim.
• Profound product and technical knowledge in high end brands products with good fashion sense.
• Excellent organizational Skills, communication and presentation skills.
• Team player. Work well not only alone, but also affinity for working in a team environment.
• Experience with Denim Fabric Development, Finishes (Wash - wet and dry process) and Construction Details.
• Multi-tasker. Able to juggle multiple seasons and tasks on every given day. Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Attentive to detail and take pride in the quality of your work.
• Understanding of priorities and manage your own time well. Mindful of deadlines keep things moving and drive items to closure on time.
• Part maven, part detective, you know how to uncover the intricacies behind the latest fabric, wash/finishes and sustainable dye method/process.

Why Us, You Ask!:

• Medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits available
• 401(K) Plan with company match
• Monthly Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Quarterly Merchandise Allowance
• Bonus Program
• Commuter Options/Benefits

** The health and safety of you and your Faherty Brand teammates is important to us! Covid-19 vaccination will be required to work in our office. **

A bit about us:

Founded in 2013 by Mike and Alex Faherty and Kerry Docherty, Faherty is a family-run lifestyle and apparel brand fueled by purpose and optimism. Our goal: to build a new American legacy by creating high-quality, sustainably minded, feel-good favorites that will bring you joy to wear.

We feel a deep responsibility to do things differently: to promise comfort without compromising quality. To hold ourselves to a higher standard with a lower environmental impact. To leave the world a better place than we found it.

We recognize the impact the fashion industry has on the world, and we’re dedicated to learning how to be better stewards of the planet. We believe the power of conversation and connection can make real change, and we’re committed to supporting people and organizations doing work that we believe in.

Our passionate leadership team comes from different backgrounds but share a singular goal: to deliver on our promise of comfort and craftsmanship. To work side-by-side in a collaborative, energetic, and creative environment every day, like the family we are.

We welcome everyone — and we mean everyone. We believe a diversity of viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds only serve to make our team stronger, which is why we strongly encourage those from historically and systemically marginalized communities to apply: BIPOC, women, and people in the LGBTQIA community, to name a few. We strive to lead consciously, bravely, and inclusively — and to reflect those values in our work. We live by six key pillars:

Be The Best

Stay Authentic

Better Together

Spread Good Vibes

Deliver On Promises

Lead Consciously, Bravely, and Inclusively

Remain compassionate. Stay focused. Seek joy. Let’s make the world a better place.