Product Development Specialist Job at Russell Tobin in Manhattan

Product Development Coordinator (Apparel & Sportswear)

📍 Hybrid – Manhattan, NY (2–3 days onsite per week)

💰 Pay Rate: $25–$30/hour (W2)

🕒 Contract Duration: 3 months with potential extension

About the Role

We are seeking a Product Development Coordinator to support a fast-paced apparel and sportswear product development team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and thrives in a collaborative, creative environment. You’ll play a key role in coordinating prototype development, managing vendor communication, and ensuring all design and production details are accurately tracked and delivered on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development of apparel prototypes from concept through production handoff.
• Serve as the main point of contact for vendor partners, ensuring timely communication and follow-up.
• Maintain and update seasonal product tools including composite sheets, classification charts, Bills of Materials (BOM), and costing charts.
• Track development milestones to ensure products meet internal deadlines and quality standards.
• Attend design and product development meetings to capture updates and distribute information to cross-functional teams.
• Support data entry and management within Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
• Collaborate with design, production, technical design, and merchandising teams to ensure smooth workflow and alignment across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Fashion Merchandising, Product Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–5 years of experience in product development, apparel production, or a similar environment (internships count).
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly to shifting timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Centric PLM or similar product lifecycle tools is a strong plus.
• Team-oriented and proactive approach to problem solving and follow-up.

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule: 2–3 days onsite in the Manhattan office per week (schedule may vary weekly).
• Standard 40-hour workweek.
• Company-provided laptop and tools.
• Collaborative, creative, and fast-paced team culture.

What’s in It for You

• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a leading apparel brand’s product development process.
• Exposure to cross-functional teams across design, production, and merchandising.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and business needs.

Benefits that Russell Tobin offers:

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.