JR286:
Product Developer - Lifestyle Pack, Bag, and Accessories Job in Torrance, CA
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Torrance, CA
Full-time | Design - Accessories, Design - Apparel, Design - Footwear, Design - Product, Design - Technical Apparel, Design - Technical Outerwear , Development - Apparel, Development - Product, Management - Product, Merchandising
About the job
As a Dakine Equipment Product Developer at JR286, you are responsible for providing the innovation and execution of world-class concepts through research, ideation, prototype, and development processes. In this role, you will communicate across cross-functional partners to ensure the successful execution of Dakine Equipment’s Lifestyle Pack, Bag, and Accessories.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Manage projects for assigned products, with an emphasis on quality product development and timely completion of all tasks in accordance with the applicable calendar.
• Partner with Design to proactively manage the styling, material and trim requirements relative to manufacturability, performance, quality, cost, lead-times and minimums.
• Oversee the delivery and evaluation of quality lab dips/print strike-offs and communicate comments to vendor.
• Collaborate with Design team to ensure successful execution of requirements and construction; problem solve as required.
• Work with Design and vendors to effectively solve and communicate any development issues.
• Responsible for product specs/tech packs for all styles and communication to factory partners from concept to buy-ready stage.
• Ensure all development documentation is maintained for assigned styles, including product specs/tech packs, proto notes and final specification.
• Maintain and finalize Bill of Materials/Tech Pack for assigned styles.
• Supervise the accuracy of development tracking reports information and availability for meetings in order to confirm that calendar dates and timelines are being adhered to.
• Provide direction to the Development team to conduct seasonal product analysis against competitive brands to ensure JR286 continues to offer product that utilizes world class materials, construction, fit and performance.
• Lead value/cost engineering and final costing negotiations with vendors to meet/exceed margin expectations and maximize profit.
• Monitor the on-time delivery and quality of prototypes, salesman and pre-production samples.
• Communicate to vendors, agents, manufacturers, Product Team, and/or Sales any discrepancies or revisions to styles.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
• 3+ years’ of Lifestyle Pack, Bag, and Accessories development experience
• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field a plus
• Interpersonal skills a must
• Knowledge of costing, fitting, grading, construction and technologies relevant to performance
• Strong understanding of design, development and product management process from inception through production.
• Ability to interpret design intent and offer alternative solutions; high aesthetic taste level
• Ability to work well under pressure, to anticipate and troubleshoot issues of consequence to quality and delivery with ease
• Proactive and results driven
• Strong communication, organization, problem solving skills and detail oriented
• Must be willing to learn or grow within an intense, fast paced environment
• Ability to take on projects with minimal assistance or supervision
• Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, MS Outlook, Illustrator
ADDITIONALLY:
• Travel required
• Position is based out of JR286 world headquarters in Torrance, CA
• Position is full-time and eligible for benefits, including: medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, etc.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Manage projects for assigned products, with an emphasis on quality product development and timely completion of all tasks in accordance with the applicable calendar.
• Partner with Design to proactively manage the styling, material and trim requirements relative to manufacturability, performance, quality, cost, lead-times and minimums.
• Oversee the delivery and evaluation of quality lab dips/print strike-offs and communicate comments to vendor.
• Collaborate with Design team to ensure successful execution of requirements and construction; problem solve as required.
• Work with Design and vendors to effectively solve and communicate any development issues.
• Responsible for product specs/tech packs for all styles and communication to factory partners from concept to buy-ready stage.
• Ensure all development documentation is maintained for assigned styles, including product specs/tech packs, proto notes and final specification.
• Maintain and finalize Bill of Materials/Tech Pack for assigned styles.
• Supervise the accuracy of development tracking reports information and availability for meetings in order to confirm that calendar dates and timelines are being adhered to.
• Provide direction to the Development team to conduct seasonal product analysis against competitive brands to ensure JR286 continues to offer product that utilizes world class materials, construction, fit and performance.
• Lead value/cost engineering and final costing negotiations with vendors to meet/exceed margin expectations and maximize profit.
• Monitor the on-time delivery and quality of prototypes, salesman and pre-production samples.
• Communicate to vendors, agents, manufacturers, Product Team, and/or Sales any discrepancies or revisions to styles.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
• 3+ years’ of Lifestyle Pack, Bag, and Accessories development experience
• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field a plus
• Interpersonal skills a must
• Knowledge of costing, fitting, grading, construction and technologies relevant to performance
• Strong understanding of design, development and product management process from inception through production.
• Ability to interpret design intent and offer alternative solutions; high aesthetic taste level
• Ability to work well under pressure, to anticipate and troubleshoot issues of consequence to quality and delivery with ease
• Proactive and results driven
• Strong communication, organization, problem solving skills and detail oriented
• Must be willing to learn or grow within an intense, fast paced environment
• Ability to take on projects with minimal assistance or supervision
• Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, MS Outlook, Illustrator
ADDITIONALLY:
• Travel required
• Position is based out of JR286 world headquarters in Torrance, CA
• Position is full-time and eligible for benefits, including: medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, etc.