Product Development​/Administrative Manager | Karl Lagerfeld Men's

Product Development / Administrative Manager | Karl Lagerfeld Men’s

This role serves as a link between Design, Production, External Vendors/Mill and Sales/Merchandising, and provides administrative support for the SVP of Design. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of apparel construction, material sourcing, cost management, and development-to-production calendars. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple priorities are essential.

$75,000–$85,000 per year

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• Manage fabric sample yardage WIP جنيه reports daily and inform relevant teams.
• Collaborate with the SVP of Design to outline product development needs.
• Execute, update, and manage communication of all new fabric and color mini‑batch inquiries and distribute seasonal color palettes.
• Coordinate with suppliers/vendors and overseas office on adopted materials, sample yardage guidelines, fabric detail sheets, traceability, and pattern copyrights.
• Populate達 seasonal fabric cards for design boards.
• Distribute confirmed seasonal color palettes internally, to the overseas office, and external supply chains.
• Review all sample yardage cuttings against color standards and request lab‑dips for any inaccuracies.
• Review invoices related to sample yardage development at season finale.
• Maintain sample yardage binders and boards, track and log references, and manage color palette distribution.

• Manage the SVP of Design’s calendar and schedule meetings and appointments.
• Arrange domestic and international travel plans.
• Process expense reports for the SVP of Design.

• 5+ years of apparel product development experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Preferable prior administrative experience (calendar TE, travel, expense reports).
• Knowledge of garment construction.
• Strong Excel skills; experience with PLM is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective teamwork and multitasking ability.
• Analytical and decision‑making skills.

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Employee discounts across G-III brands.
• Career growth opportunities within a global fashion organization.
• Collaborative, innovative environment working with industry‑leading brands.

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. As a global leader in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing, we fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of licensed and owned brands. With more than 30 brands—including Karl Lagerfeld Paris, DKNY, Donna Karan, and others—our success is driven by entrepreneurial spirit and deep industry relationships.

Reports to:

SVP of Design.

Location:

New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District (On‑site, 5 days per week).