Free People Sr. Product Development Coordinator (Knits)
Urban Outfitters, Inc. - Philadelphia, PA
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Free People is looking for a Senior Product Development Coordinator to implement the business and operational aspects of the Brand's product category vision. This role requires a showcase of expertise in the knits category.The Senior Product Development Coordinator is a skilled individual who canoperateindependently.Facilitate and executebrand’s vision through theappropriate allocationof product and the sourcing of materialsthatdeliver the right aesthetic while meeting productcostand timingrequirements.Achieve seasonal calendar actualizationsuccessfully meeting target delivery dates. Ensure that deadlines are met; communicate issues pro-actively.Develop relationships with supplier base to ensure alignment of category business needs and successful businesspartnerships.AttendConceptand Sketch Review meetings to understand and clarifydesign’s intention, tone, and important style aspects. Collaborate withcross functional partnersto develop category strategy for theseason.Own individual style developmentandallocatedesigns toappropriate sourcesindependently.Analyze andidentifyopportunities to improve adoption rates and approved style count targets as dictated by seasonal line plan. Coordinate withcross functional partnerson category development process, including research of pre-style development, tracking and review of pre-style packages, ensuring compliance of product within category to internal testing standards, and managing sample evaluation, accuracy, andquality.Transition adopted styles toproduction team, includingapprovaltarget dates, status, and production concerns. Mentorjunior level teammembers.3+ years of progressive development and sourcing experience within a complex, fast-paced apparel environment.Specialty retail and/or direct-to-consumer experience ispreferredProven success building cross-functional relationships, and effectively communicating with internal and externalcustomers Proficient understanding of concept and practice ofproduct construction& materials Works with a high sense of urgency and integrity, easily and quickly adapts to change, and is motivated by deadlines and newchallenges Ability to landcosts Minimally dependent onmanager on how to carry out workAble to execute on projects when given clear guidelines andstrategyStrong computer skills arerequired, including Outlook, Google Docs, PowerPoint, and Excel#LI-KD1URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefitsURBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.
Created: 2026-04-04