Product Development Coordinator
On-siteGarland, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Manage product samples across the lifecycle, including tracking, collection, labeling, organization, and seasonal archiving in the control sample room. Oversee quality control of headwear samples, ensuring they meet brand standards before production. Act as the primary liaison with vendors, communicating timelines, deliverables, and updates. Coordinate asset handoffs and sample photography with Marketing, Product Development, and external agencies. Partner with cross-functional teams to track action items, gather product details, and ensure project alignment. Maintain accurate and up-to-date product data in the PLM system, clarifying specifications with teams to support a smooth transition into production. Build and maintain robust, detailed, and accurate product and component tech packs. Review and comment on counter samples, components, trims, pre-production, and TOPs.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of product development experience
- PowerPoint and Excel
- PLM experience (Blue Cherry, Flex PLM, Centric, or Bamboo Rose, etc.)
- Basic photo editing skills (removing backgrounds, minor lighting/exposure adjustments, file conversion etc.)
- Passion for process development and adherence to timeline/calendars
- Sense of urgency and ability to prioritize and adjust to business needs
- Flexibility and ability to wear multiple hats as needed
- Team player with strong collaborative approach
- Good communication skills
- Strong sense of urgency
- Ability to manage multiple projects and shine under pressure
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Known for honesty, integrity, self-awareness, and a solid work ethic
Desired Qualifications
- Superior Color Vision/Color Acuity
- Bilingual English and Spanish
- Basic awareness and knowledge of Adobe CC (Creative Cloud) programs: Photoshop/Lightroom
- Basic awareness and knowledge of Adobe CC (Creative Cloud) programs: Adobe Illustrator
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