Product Developer - San Francisco, CA 94102
Company: Levi Strauss & Co.
Status: Full Time, Employee
Job Category: Other Location: San Francisco, CA 94102
The purpose of this position is to manage the execution of all product development and sourcing activities required to deliver manufacturing ready products.
- Oversee the seasonal development activities for a product category as outlined in the Go To Marker calendar, troubleshoot & problem solve as required
- Lead and coordinate development activities with cross functional partners, field resources and vendors
- Travel to vendors 2-4 times per year for onsite style & finish development
- Partner with Manager to ensure development & final placement strategy are aligned and meet the costing, capability and lead time requirements
- Lead costing process including the issuance and negotiation of RFQ’s throughout the source base
- Ensure all pre-production requirements are identified and communicated to the field.
- Ensure all cross sourcing activities are initiated in the appropriate source locations to ensure successful execution of commercial samples and bulk production.
- Provide cross functional leadership on a daily basis
- Train and mentor a Product Development Assistant
Qualifications
- 5-7 years apparel product development experience working with overseas vendors
- 2 years development experience working with denim products
- Knowledge of garment construction & product costing
- Thorough understanding of the product development process including design, sourcing, development and merchandising
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organization skills, time management, and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse group of people to achieve optimal results
- Proficiency with MS Office, including Excel
- Knowledge or experience working in PLM