Simms Fishing Store Inc is seeking a Product Developer for softgoods and accessories, responsible for guiding product ideas from concept to market launch. The ideal candidate should possess strong knowledge in materials, construction processes, and product lifecycle management while collaborating with various teams to ensure quality and innovation
Job Summary
Drive the full product lifecycle, guiding ideas from concept to market launch across softgoods, accessories, trims, and packaging.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Production to ensure products align with brand standards.
Develop and maintain comprehensive specification packages, deliver tech packs to vendors, and evaluate product samples for design accuracy and quality.
Matching Summary
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Simms Fishing Store Inc is seeking a Product Developer for softgoods and accessories, responsible for guiding product ideas from concept to market launch. The ideal candidate should possess strong knowledge in materials, construction processes, and product lifecycle management while collaborating with various teams to ensure quality and innovation.
Salary
Annual Salary: $72,400.00 - $83,000.00; Benefits: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, paid holidays, gear discounts; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Develop specification packages
Manage product samples
Source and approve materials
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
Track lab dips and approvals
Nice-to-have
Knowledge of action sports industry
Research industry trends
Travel to factories
Key Requirements
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's preferred
Experience with soft goods, trims, accessories, and/or packaging