Title: Global Product Development Manager - Women's Swim

　　From boutique-brand culture to big-box retail, Liberated Brands thinks differently and has global scale servicing over 60+ countries. With over three decades of experience in brand-building, we are enhancing what a full-service license model can look like. We focus on the fundamentals of designing, producing, distributing, and marketing our brands and products, but always leave room for the x-factors to lead the way. Our expertise spans all sales channels, from direct-to-consumer to specialty wholesale and everything in between, both physical and digital. This Liberated approach creates a unique and powerful balance between brand-culture and sustainable growth. Join us and experience the benefits of being truly Liberated.

　　WHAT YOU’LL DO:

　　The Global Product Development Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the product development calendar, execution of the product, cost negotiations with suppliers for categories they will develop as well as to directly manage a team of 1 or more global product developers. In this role they will maintain the development and quality of assigned styles across multiple brands by serving as the liaison between the Designer, Merchandiser and Supplier as well as manage and mentor direct reports.

　　Oversee the development cycle from initial concept through production hand-off for directly developed categories as well as for direct reports.

　　Ensure development execution is in accordance with design, allocation, sourcing, and brand strategy.

　　Lead cross functional communication and coordination of timing, calendar, product updates, approvals, and issues.

　　Work closely with sourcing team leads to source raw materials and components while maintaining quality standards and margin goals.

　　Anticipate and identify any potential obstacles in the development process and facilitate the effective resolution of issues.

　　Identify and maintain seasonal development metrics.

　　Monitor & track the samples, trims, fabric, print, and color development approvals to/from Suppliers and internal communication.

　　Responsible for cost negotiations with the suppliers to meet or exceed margin targets.

　　Ensure that all product information is accurate in PLM system at all times during lifecycle of the product.

　　Work with Compliance team each season to ensure product meets Liberated Brands standards as well as Global laws and standards.

　　Work with Production team each season to ensure that each style is production line appropriate.

　　Work with Fit Tech to prioritize and maintain fit approval schedule.

　　Seasonal development trips to the Suppliers (International).

　　All other duties assigned.

　　WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

　　At least 7+ years of experience in apparel product development – swim preferred

　　At least 3+ years of management experience

　　Extensive attention to detail and follow through related to calendar, vendor relations, and inner dept relations.

　　Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

　　Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to think critically and strategically.

　　Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

　　Proactive and detail-oriented mindset, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy in all development related activities.

　　Detailed knowledge of garment construction and textiles, women’s apparel & swim specifically a plus.

　　Word, Excel: required knowledge at intermediate level.

　　Illustrator 10, CS, CS2: preferred knowledge at intermediate level.

　　PLM, Full Circle: experience preferred but not required.

　　A bachelor’s degree is preferable but not required.

　　This position requires some on-site hours at our HQ in Costa Mesa, CA; however, some duties can be performed remotely

　　LIBERATED BRANDS PERKS:

　　Discounts on Liberated Brands Merch

　　Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (majority employer paid)

　　401k with employer match (based on eligibility)

　　Summer Half Day Fridays

　　Paid Time Off

　　Referral Program

　　We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

　　Liberated Brands is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role in Costa Mesa, CA is $90k-$100k. This position is hybrid and, as such, compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skill set, certifications, and specific work location.

　　We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race , color , religion , sex , national origin , disability status , veteran status , sexual orientation , gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law .

　　If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, please contact Customer Service to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process: 1 (855) 330-0188 or [email protected]. #LI-Hybrid