Product Development Assistant
True Religion is an urban casual lifestyle brand focused on high-quality denim and apparel. The Product Development Assistant supports the Product Development team in managing workflows, sample organization, and communication with vendors to ensure timely product delivery and quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and update development charts, trackers, and WIPs to ensure product development data is accurate and current
- Receive, process, organize, and distribute samples to cross-functional teams, ensuring visibility and timely review
- Prepare and ship packages to vendors, New York, and international teams, and maintain tracking and follow-up on deliveries
- Support the review and tracking of PROTO and SMS samples to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to development timelines
- Organize and manage in-season sample libraries, ensuring all products are properly labeled, stored, and accessible
- Partner with Design and Technical Design to confirm BOMs and Technical Packs are complete and submitted to vendors
- Assist the Product Development Manager and Wash Specialist in reviewing wash samples and tracking development progress
- Communicate with overseas vendors as needed to support development updates and follow-up
- Maintain organized documentation and ensure all development materials are properly filed and accessible
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, maintain high productivity standards, and contribute to overall product quality
Skills
- 1–3 years of experience in product development, production, or a related apparel role
- Strong organizational and time management skills in a deadline-driven environment
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across teams
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy in detailed work
- Background in the fashion or apparel industry
- Experience supporting denim product development and familiarity with denim fabrics and raw materials
- Experience working with overseas vendors and global development teams
- Proficiency with apparel software systems and tools such as Full Circle, Microsoft Office (especially Excel), Adobe, and PowerPoint
Benefits
- Health benefits
- A 401(k) with employer match
- Merchandise discounts
- Commuter benefits
- Wellness & employee assistance programs
Company Overview
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