Product Development Specialist

We are seeking a Freelance Product Development Specialist to support Merchandising and Product Development teams on a high-visibility project. This role manages the full product lifecycle from concept through to finalized product, partnering closely with design, sourcing, and cross-functional partners to deliver timely and fashion-forward results while maintaining profitability.Responsibilities include:Negotiate costs and deliverables with sourcing partners to achieve target margins and manage tech pack turnoversOversee production process from concept to finished product, coordinating counter samples with vendorsPartner with Buyers and PD to ensure design vision is achieved during the sourcing processObtain and track fabric, lab dip, and trim approvals, maintaining accurate recordsMaintain and update the production calendar/time & actionCommunicate with vendors to resolve production issues, flag risks, and negotiate solutionsLiaise with Import, Vendor Relations, and Traffic teams to ensure on-time inbound deliveriesQualifications:3+ years of product development experience in retail or wholesale with overseas officesKnowledge of technical design, fabrics, yarns, knit/woven construction, and print techniquesFamiliarity with duties, import limitations, and time & action calendarsStrong cross-functional collaboration and vendor communication skillsProficiency with Excel/Sheets and tech pack workflows (PLM experience a plus)

Created: 2025-09-26