Product Developer, Women's (Hybrid, WA)
Nordstrom
- Seattle, WA
- $69,500-132,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop products that are engineered to cost standards. Review prototypes for quality, brand aesthetic, and design intent that meets minimum order quantities and follows line plan
- Meet product development milestones and calendar due dates with pre-production tracking and reporting (prototype, color, sample yardage, testing, etc.)
- Negotiate with vendors through product lifecycle i.e. costing, time and action, minimums, etc.
- Create, revise and manage tech packs and prototypes through accurate and timely PLM system updates
- Place developed and adopted styles in accordance with the Sourcing Strategy and provide ongoing recommendations to support evolution
- Review and reconcile failed garment and fabric test reports
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in product development, design or production in garment manufacturing. Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Knowledge of raw materials and garment construction
- Experience working with domestic and international manufacturers. Strong problem solving and negotiating skills
- Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal, multi-task and prioritization skills
- Ability to demonstrate capabilities through a costing exercise
- Proficiency in Excel and Outlook. Experience with Adobe Illustrator and Product Lifecycle Management preferred
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources