Helmet House
Overview
Helmet House is the leading U.S. distributor of helmets and apparel in the Motorcycle and Powersports industry. We are seeking a creative and highly dedicated Product Developer to join our Calabasas Hills, CA headquarters Products Team. This full-time in-office position is located at our headquarters in Calabasas Hills, CA, within minutes of Southern California’s world-famous motorcycling/biking & hiking roads. Helmet House has supplied Powersports Dealers across the U.S. with top helmet brands and related products since 1969. We are the exclusive US supplier for SHOEI Helmets, Sidi boots and Fasthouse, and we distribute brands such as Alpinestars, 100%, Molecule, Pinlock, Cardo, Quad Lock and Sena. The Tourmaster, Cortech, and NORU motorcycle apparel brands are manufactured and marketed directly by Helmet House. The Product Developer will support the design, development, and production team from concept to delivery. Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Assist in the development of products within assigned categories from concept to completion.
Communicate and collaborate with all departmental stakeholders to outline product features, benefits, and specifications.
Work directly with overseas factories to develop prototypes and sales presentation samples.
Assist in tech design of development product and pre-production samples.
Assist with fittings and fit comments throughout the proto-development process.
Produce and maintain detailed development sample notes and approval records for assigned products.
Proactively manage development tracking tool, providing real-time status of garments, trims, fabrics.
Maintain sample and development calendars.
Collaborate in costing exercises including negotiations and cost improvement opportunities.
Manage BOM and necessary tech pack revisions.
Organize department sample archive and show room.
Strong note taking and follow-up.
Additional Duties And Responsibilities
Work with overseas agency to receive weekly standard WIP reports and highlight major changes to internal team and senior management if needed.
Work in collaboration with merchandising department to ensure on-time issuance of purchase orders and salesman sample requests.
Assist in the production of packaging, product labels, sales tools, and marketing collateral for all assigned product categories.
Enforce packaging guidelines with all vendors to ensure labeling standards are met.
Assist production department with Quality Assurance of incoming product.
Act as liaison between customer service and the products department and assist in any QC issues that arise.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Non-traditional hours may be needed on occasion to accommodate overseas vendor schedules.
Requirements
3 years minimum product development experience required
Effective verbal and written communication
Microsoft Office Suite experience
Adobe Creative Suite experience preferred
Detail-oriented, organized, and punctual
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Ability to adapt to changing tasks
Able to work independently as well as in a collaborative environment
Positive and open approach to work and challenges
Experience in the motorcycle or powersports industry is a plus
Minimal travel required outside
Salary range is $75k-$85k, depending on experience.
Benefits Benefits package (for full-time employees): Medical/Dental/Vision, Supplemental Insurance Plans, Café 125 FSA, 401(k) Savings Plan with very generous match, Vacation/Sick Time off, employee discounts.
Employment Details
Job function: Product Management and Marketing
Industry: Wholesale
Employment type: Full-time
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
EOE
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Helmet House is the leading U.S. distributor of helmets and apparel in the Motorcycle and Powersports industry. We are seeking a creative and highly dedicated Product Developer to join our Calabasas Hills, CA headquarters Products Team. This full-time in-office position is located at our headquarters in Calabasas Hills, CA, within minutes of Southern California’s world-famous motorcycling/biking & hiking roads. Helmet House has supplied Powersports Dealers across the U.S. with top helmet brands and related products since 1969. We are the exclusive US supplier for SHOEI Helmets, Sidi boots and Fasthouse, and we distribute brands such as Alpinestars, 100%, Molecule, Pinlock, Cardo, Quad Lock and Sena. The Tourmaster, Cortech, and NORU motorcycle apparel brands are manufactured and marketed directly by Helmet House. The Product Developer will support the design, development, and production team from concept to delivery. Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Assist in the development of products within assigned categories from concept to completion.
Communicate and collaborate with all departmental stakeholders to outline product features, benefits, and specifications.
Work directly with overseas factories to develop prototypes and sales presentation samples.
Assist in tech design of development product and pre-production samples.
Assist with fittings and fit comments throughout the proto-development process.
Produce and maintain detailed development sample notes and approval records for assigned products.
Proactively manage development tracking tool, providing real-time status of garments, trims, fabrics.
Maintain sample and development calendars.
Collaborate in costing exercises including negotiations and cost improvement opportunities.
Manage BOM and necessary tech pack revisions.
Organize department sample archive and show room.
Strong note taking and follow-up.
Additional Duties And Responsibilities
Work with overseas agency to receive weekly standard WIP reports and highlight major changes to internal team and senior management if needed.
Work in collaboration with merchandising department to ensure on-time issuance of purchase orders and salesman sample requests.
Assist in the production of packaging, product labels, sales tools, and marketing collateral for all assigned product categories.
Enforce packaging guidelines with all vendors to ensure labeling standards are met.
Assist production department with Quality Assurance of incoming product.
Act as liaison between customer service and the products department and assist in any QC issues that arise.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Non-traditional hours may be needed on occasion to accommodate overseas vendor schedules.
Requirements
3 years minimum product development experience required
Effective verbal and written communication
Microsoft Office Suite experience
Adobe Creative Suite experience preferred
Detail-oriented, organized, and punctual
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Ability to adapt to changing tasks
Able to work independently as well as in a collaborative environment
Positive and open approach to work and challenges
Experience in the motorcycle or powersports industry is a plus
Minimal travel required outside
Salary range is $75k-$85k, depending on experience.
Benefits Benefits package (for full-time employees): Medical/Dental/Vision, Supplemental Insurance Plans, Café 125 FSA, 401(k) Savings Plan with very generous match, Vacation/Sick Time off, employee discounts.
Employment Details
Job function: Product Management and Marketing
Industry: Wholesale
Employment type: Full-time
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
EOE
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