Buttercloth Hiring for MENSWEAR PRODUCT DEVELOPER at Carson, California Full Time

About the job

Do you have a passion for fashion and product development? Do you have the vision, talent, and experience to develop across all product categories in the premium apparel space? Buttercloth®, makers of “The World’s Most Comfortable Shirts,” appeared on Shark Tank and made a deal with Robert Herjavec. Now one of the fastest growing men’s fashion brands, Buttercloth is looking for the next superstar to join our design team.

Launched in just 2017 with a revolutionary fabric for men’s shirts, Buttercloth has dramatically grown both revenue and categories every year. Current collections include Polos, Sweaters, T-Shirts, Jackets, Outerwear, and Underwear – and we are introducing Socks, Shorts, and a Women’s collection next year. If you are looking for a place to join a small passionate group of individuals who are redefining comfort and style in menswear, you are in the right place.

How You Will Make a Difference

• You’ll develop new garments across all men’s product categories (shirts, polos, t-shirts, shorts, pants, denim, outerwear, sweaters, underwear, etc.).
• You will develop and maintain tech-packs in Excel.
• You’ll proactively manage development tracking tools and provide transparent status on fabric, trim, and garment samples.
• You will maintain the development calendar to ensure TNA deadlines are met.
• You will organize and maintain a library of samples.
• You’ll evaluate samples in collaboration with our designers prior to fittings.
• You will communicate design aesthetics and fit sample status with vendors.
• You’ll uphold Buttercloth quality & testing standards of materials and finished garments.
• You will own the development process from conceptual design, through TOP stage.
• You’ll be the liaison between Design & Production team
• You will be the champion of our costing process, including margin management and cost negotiations with vendors.
• You will effectively maintain strong partnerships and communication with internal and external stakeholders at all stages of product development.

What You Bring

• You’re a “big thinker,” able to identify & resolve development issues that may arise.
• You have a degree in Apparel with 4+ years hands on experience in Apparel Product Development.
• You are proficient in MS Office Suite, Outlook, Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop.
• You have experience with knits, fittings, apparel construction, and comfort in judging print / design repeat / color.
• You are well versed in apparel development & communication with oversees manufacturers.
• You are entrepreneurially driven with effective interpersonal, writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• You are capable of handling multiple assignments with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• You can operate independently while establishing effective partnerships with cross-functional teams.
• You exhibit the agility to support ongoing brand innovation.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Min. Experience: Mid level, 4+ years