Manage development processes from concept to production
Build vendor network for materials and factories
Manage lab dip process and approvals
Madhappy is seeking a Senior Product Development Manager to manage the development processes from initial creative concept through to production handover
Job Summary
Madhappy is seeking a Senior Product Development Manager to manage the development processes from initial creative concept through to production handover.
Responsibilities include building out a network of domestic and international vendors for materials and factories across numerous garment categories.
Benefits include 15 days PTO, 9 days sick pay, health, dental, and vision insurance with 75% premium coverage, and retirement plans.
Matching Summary
Madhappy is seeking a Senior Product Development Manager to manage the development processes from initial creative concept through to production handover.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Manage development processes from concept to production
Build vendor network for materials and factories
Manage lab dip process and approvals
Oversee pre-costing and identify price challenges
Maintain adherence to Development and Product Calendar
Manage prototype and salesman development schedules
Nice-to-have
Passion for the brand and mental health
Highly curious, autonomous, organized
Keen eye for quality, design, cost, and timing
Great strategist, able to identify gaps
Critical mind and eye to flag potential issues
Key Requirements
Minimum 6 years of experience in Import and Domestic Product Development
Experience managing direct report in Product Development or Production
Expert in managing Import and Domestic Costing
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven methods of finding efficiencies, building tools, and creating processes