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Apparel/Accessories Developer
Location: Boston, MA

Tracksmith is a brand for committed runners. We offer well-considered and original products for training, racing and recovery. In everything we do, we aim to celebrate, support and add to running’s distinct culture. We are hiring an Apparel/Accessories Developer to help drive the product development process from initial concept stage through to commercialization. This position will report to the Vice President, Product Sourcing and Development.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with the design/development team to create and maintain proper Bill of Materials for a range of apparel and accessory products.
Understanding of garment construction, aligning design direction to ensure the final product meets Tracksmith’s quality standards, while also hitting all brand margin targets.
Responsible for on time delivery of product range based on R&D seasonal calendars.
Work with fabric mills / factories on selecting materials that functionally meet brand vision, offering innovation where necessary.
Proactively working with suppliers to align priorities and timing.
• Ability to address construction issues and solve as they arise.
• Participate in all product meetings and fittings to ensure details/workmanship are correct, materials used fall within required costing structures.
• Responsible for creating seasonal purchase orders and updates based on inventory decisions.
• Work cross functionally across design, development, inventory, and marketing.

Requirements

• 3-5 years experience in apparel product development, preferably in the athletic industry.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, costing, and various manufacturing processes.
• Ability to understand and source performance materials / trims.
• Understanding of body blocks, sizing, grade rules.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects/seasons at the same time.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator.

TO APPLY:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume to apparel-developer@tracksmith.com.



Due to internet hiring scam attempts, we encourage applicants for open positions listed at Tracksmith to apply through the following site: tracksmith.com/pages/team. All communication with the hiring team at Tracksmith will come directly from a @tracksmith.com email address. Please reach out to careers@tracksmith.com if you have any questions or concerns.


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