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Job Title
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER / DIRECTOR - Relocation to Miami
Location
Miami, Florida
Country
United States
Region
Southeast
Position type
Permanent
Category
Apparel
Textiles
Job Function
Design - Fashion / Product
Design - Technical
Design - Textiles
Manufacturing
Product Management
Sourcing / Vend Compliance
Experience level
Mid to Senior Level
Mid to Senior Level (Management)

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER / DIRECTOR - Relocation to Miami

Alexis is a Womens Luxury RTW Brand headquartered in Miami, Florida is seeking a candidate with experience in purchasing/sourcing and development. Must be a hardworking and detail oriented individual who is willing to work in a fast paced team environment. Candidate is responsible for the timely and cost-effective strategic sourcing of as well as communicating with the production director in developing and implementing appropriate sourcing strategies. Must manage and develop all supplier relationships both domestically and internationally as well as look for new strategic suppliers. Proactive follow up of samples from suppliers to ensure deadlines are met. Candidate must also help in preparing necessary trims/materials needed per style. Looking for at least 3-5 years experience with relevant knowledge in textiles and apparel.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to:

  • Work with TD and Design team on Full Package developments 
  • Development of Complex Embrodieries and Embellishments 
  • Sourcing new fabrics/trims and vendors worldwide 
  • Development of new trims requested by design team
  • Self motivated and taking the initiative to show new trims to design based on the latest trends and newest products available in the market.
  • At times, placing of production orders; negotiating prices and deliveries.
  • Maintain a trim and fabric library and create binders for reference with all info attached.
  • Keeping clear and concise records of all fabrics and trims; production, development, new sourcing, as well as all pricing and info, updating all info as needed.

RELOCATION TO MIAMI IS A MUST AND ALEXIS WILL PROVIDE RELOCATION ASSISTANCE! 

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 5+ years of relevant experience required.
  • Extensive knowledge of a variety of mass market fabric and trims for the market.
  • Must have multiple vendor contacts to source from.
  • Extremely organized and detail orientated.
  • Team player willing to do what’s needed to accomplish multiple tasks.
  • Works well with multiple types of personalities and situations.