Senior Product Developer

Job Description Meet the Owned Brand division of REVOLVE: REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand and a go-to source for discovery and inspiration, REVOLVE delivers an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering of over 45,000 products. Founded in Los Angeles in 2003 by co-CEOs, Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas, REVOLVEs family of brands includes their luxury offering, FORWARD by Elyse Walker, and a portfolio of 24 owned brands such as Lovers + Friends, Tularosa, NBD and RAYE. The Owned Brand division within REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Leveraging the power of REVOLVEs data driven merchandising, combined with raw creative talent results in an unparalleled ability to identify a specific market niches, developing brands that each have their own identity, designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind. At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century, making REVOLVE THE leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion. With a team of 1,000 strong, we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. Its our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment. In return, we promise to keep REVOLVE a company where inspired people will always thrive. Some of the sweetest perks we offer arent in a typical benefit package like hefty discount on items we carry as in 50% or more off retail prices and pretty rad company parties. To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE corporate lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve. Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel? Main purpose of the Senior Product Developer role: The Senior Product Developer will utilize his or her exceptional organizational skills to independently manage multiple brands within the Active / Collaboration segments. This position will exercise their strong expertise on construction, fabric, and development techniques that are unique to elevated and/or contemporary customers. The Senior Developer will be able to lead the product development process from concept through production for a large amount of SKU counts, while also leading a team to improve overall processes. Major Responsibilities: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Support the Product Development Director and team to allocate, source and develop high quality product on monthly basis Utilize expert problem solving skills to address any issue that does arise Be the main point of contact/communicator of changes and alerts cross-functional departments (Buyers, R&D, Design, Tech and Purchasing) Assist in creation and implementation of product development calendars Manage multiple brands or categories to oversee product development from concept through TOP stage for Domestic and/or Import segments Independently negotiate, set and approve target FOB costs and retails and ensure margins are maintained Call out margin or development challenged styles in high level meetings (assortment review/line preview) and provide solutions Maintain vendor capacities and independently allocate product against manufacturers for the best possible execution Lead and monitor WIPs for all product stages for multiple brands or categories for a fast-paced calendar Travel to overseas vendors to expedite product and improve processes Identify problem areas and provide viable solutions Effectively collaborate with cross-functional team members and overseas and/or domestic vendors Collaborate with 3D fitting and patternmaking process Support the evolving PD processes and leading workshops and training for lower level PD team members Conduct market research of competitors to identify target costs and new techniques/materials in the market Attend fittings to ensure product is on time, quality is elevated and cost parameters are met Support the evolving PD processes and leading workshops and training for lower level PD team members Ability to introduce new manufacturers and materials into existing matrix Cultivate and develop Assistants/Associates which includes refining their development process Lead on approvals and/or meetings in lieu of the Production Development Managers absence Complete ad-hoc tasks and assignments as directed by management Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Possess knowledge in garment construction and specifications specially in active and swim categories. Strong knowledge of product life cycle and calendar deadlines Strong knowledge of fabric, trims, quality and developments Strong knowledge of garment construction and finishing Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and leadership skills Strong analytical and decision making skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Must be able to thrive in a fast paced environment and short lead calendar (5 months) Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to ensure deliveries are met Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong ability to lead, manage and train multiple lower level designers and multiple brand categories Proactive, self-motivated, advanced knowledge of how to delegate and still meet deadlines with "get it done" attitude Strong attention to detail and mistakes and problem solving skills Strong leadership skills Must be able to able and willing to lift and carry up to 10 lbs., perform frequent repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions, as well as bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling Must be able to sit for extended periods of time Minimum Qualifications: Minimum 8+ years experience in similar role 1+ year in a managerial or leadership role In depth experience of Product Development for both Domestic and Import Degree in Apparel Manufacturing, Product Development, Apparel Design or similar field Must have leadership or management experience and the ability to lead a growing team Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Must be able to perform efficiently with tight deadlines Goal driven Experience with traveling to vendors/factories overseas Preferred Qualifications: Utilize positive past vendor relationship and resources In depth knowledge of textiles, sourcing and development Ability to travel overseas once or twice a year A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. As a REVOLVE affiliated company we all roll up our sleeves to pitch-in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different, its what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range is $90,000 to $95,000 per year.