Product Development Coordinator​/Design Assistant; Temporary

Product Development Coordinator / Design Assistant (Temporary Full-Time) Position Summary

The Product Development Coordinator / Design Assistant is a hybrid role supporting both Product Development and Design teams throughout the development lifecycle. This position plays a key role in executing samples, maintaining accurate product data, supporting costing and overseas development, and assisting with visual and presentation needs across multiple brands and store accounts.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, organized team player who thrives in a fast-paced apparel environment and enjoys balancing technical execution with creative support.

• Assist with product development execution from concept through production handoff
• Create, update, and maintain tech packs for domestic and overseas development
• Build, upload, and maintain complete Bills of Materials (BOMs) in Centric (fabrics, trims, send-outs, pattern cards, etc.)
• Assign and manage style numbers as needed
• Upload and organize all photos, CADs, and development documentation
• Compile pre-costing information and assist with costing and pre-production handoff
• Support overseas development follow-up through sample completion
• Assist in passing styles for costing based on departmental needs

• Ensure execution and readiness of all samples for line reviews, sales meetings, and market
• Coordinate all send-outs, including writing POs, creating shipping labels, boxing samples, and vendor follow-up
• Manage fabric library, fabric inventory, and fabric counter sourcing for development and costing
• Maintain line sheets, fabric books, and cutting ticket books
• Prep and send swatch projects to customers

• Support Designers with sample execution, line organization, and development follow-up
• Assist with concept boards, Canva projects, and visual line presentations
• Coordinate CAD/3D requests and ensure accurate information flow between teams
• Assist with hanger and mannequin photography and tagging of the line
• Help compile and organize presentation materials for market and internal reviews
• Work closely with Designers, Product Development, CAD/3D artists, Pattern Makers, Sales, and vendors
• Communicate development status, follow-ups, and issues to the appropriate teams
• Assist with special projects as assigned

• Maintain a high level of organization, accuracy, and follow-through
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by management or cross-functional partners.

• 3–5 years of experience in apparel product development, design support, or related roles
• Strong understanding of tech packs, BOMs, and apparel development workflows
• Knowledge of fabrics, trims, and garment construction
• Experience working with PLM systems;
  Centric experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook;
  Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop and CAD systems a plus
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
• Strong communication skills with a sense of urgency and follow-through
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and shifting priorities
• Degree in Fashion Design or equivalent experience preferred
• Sketching skills are a plus but not required