Product Development Associate

About the position

The Product Development Department at Alo Yoga is seeking a dedicated, driven, and inspired individual to join the team as a Product Development Associate. This role involves managing the development of product styles from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will possess an apparel education and background, with a solid understanding of textiles and a working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). The environment is fast-paced, requiring the ability to multitask, creatively problem-solve, and work under tight deadlines on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for development of product from design through production for assigned categories
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of construction, material and product creation
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and react quickly to changes, while adhering to calendar deadlines
• Assist Product Development Managers
• Maintain PLM system General Style page, BOM (Bill Of Material) and Cost Sheets
• Maintain seasonal development WIPs
• Analyze costing data and reporting to ensure margin goals are met
• Work with Manager on style-level vendor allocation and costing
• Work with on-site PLM Developers on system advancements
• Close working relationship with Design, Tech Design, Raw Materials, Production, Color teams
• Attend fit sessions

Requirements

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Must have 2-5 years of experience in the apparel industry
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects on an ongoing basis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with appropriate sense of urgency
• Commitment and superior attention to detail
• Ability to work in a team environment, build trust and relationships with vendor & company staff
• Strong analytical skills
• Thorough understanding of testing protocol, product integrity requirements, product cycle timeline and garment construction
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work environment
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, & Outlook
• Proficiency with PLM

Benefits

• Performance bonuses
• Long term incentives
• PTO policy
• Progressive benefits