Product Development Coordinator

Product Development Coordinator

Company Overview

DÔEN is a Los Angeles-based line inspired by nostalgia for the California of decades past. Our mission is to create lasting, beautiful collections while supporting women- identifying individuals in all aspects of our organization, supply chain, and community. We strive to connect with our customers, build an open community, and foster relationships with inspiring individuals who wear our clothes throughout their lives. We work with domestic and overseas manufacturers who share our values and commitment of gender and social equality as well as giving back by partnering with foundations that directly benefit their employees and surrounding community.

At DÔEN you’ll be joining a company that is inclusive and celebrates multiple approaches and views as we believe diversity drives creativity and growth. We work hard to foster a culture of honesty, integrity and collaboration where growth is not only encouraged but expected. We celebrate inclusivity, equity, representation, andbelonging in the workplace and strongly encourage candidates who identify as people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+, and/or gender non-conforming to apply.

Description of Duties:

Title: Product Development Coordinator

Classification: Non-Exempt

Salary Range*: $23/hour - $24/hour

Location: On-Site Van Nuy, CA

DÔEN is looking for an exceptional Product Development Coordinator to join our growing team in Los Angeles. This is an on-site position, reporting to the VP of Product Development and serves a critical role in helping support our product teams. . Your role will involve seamless coordination between various departments including PR, Marketing, Content, Product Development and Tech Design.. Check out the summary below for a glimpse into the role's key functions and the impactful contributions you'll make. The description below is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Responsibilities:

• Manage apparel development from initial sketch to SMS of Sportswear, Denim, Suiting & Outerwear styles seasonally.
• Launch and monitor progress of seasonal trim and fabric developments with appropriate vendors.
• Drive innovation in material and trim sourcing with Doen Preferred Material Strategy in consideration
• Ship reference samples, fabric and trims to factories to aid development.
• Review all new lab dip, fabric and trim submits with design for approval.
• Issue POs each season for fabric and trims, as approved.
• Maintain and audit Style as Sample WIPs daily.
• Review all new lab dip, fabric and trim submits with design for approval.
• Monitor TP sending dates, proto receipt dates, and sample fit stages throughout development.
• Attend all development fittings to capture BOM changes and communicate updates to factories.
• Responsible for BOM updates through the development cycle.
• Request SMS samples from factories and push to ensure all SMS is in house by the calendar due date.
• Daily collaboration with PD Team, including Sample Coordinator, to cost and organize all SMS samples and ensure samples are distributed to the appropriate department in a timely manner.
• Assist in gathering and cross checking development costing for collection review. Identify key challenges and offer creative solutions.
• Liaise daily with cross functional teams including Design, Tech, Production and Merch.
• Daily communication with vendors and factories to ensure key calendar deadlines are met.

Qualifications:

• Development experience (3+ years) preferred but not limited
• Computer proficiency in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Google Sheets
• Computer proficiency in Photoshop & Illustrator
• Strong planning and organizational skills with a sense of priority for deadlines and attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable in a rapidly growing company

Total Rewards Package:

• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• A fun-filled, creative work environment
• Healthcare, Vision, Dental
• 401k with company match
• Competitive salary
• Generous discount

* Compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Please email your resume to careers@shopdoen.com for consideration.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Van Nuys, CA 91411