Product Development - Intimates, Shapewear, Swim

SKIMS

$100K — $115K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of product development experience in intimates, shapewear, swimwear, or similar categories.
  • Strong technical knowledge of garment construction, fit, fabrics, and performance materials for intimates and swim.
  • Expertise in costing, sourcing, vendor negotiations, and managing product lifecycles.
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with PLM and ERP systems is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of technical aspects of product development including grading and construction techniques.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
  • Ability to perform well in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead product development lifecycle for Intimates, Shapewear, and Swim categories.
  • Collaborate with Creative, Design, Technical, and Raw Materials teams to turn designs into ready-for-production products.
  • Manage vendor relationships both domestically and internationally for various apparel categories.
  • Ensure BOM accuracy and facilitate effective communication with vendors.
  • Drive material sourcing, supplier negotiations, and vendor performance management.
  • Conduct cost analysis and optimize product margins and landed costs.
  • Identify and address development, production, sourcing, and quality issues proactively.
  • Ensure cross-functional communication with Compliance for testing and onboarding of new suppliers.
  • Develop and improve internal workflows and product development processes for better alignment and efficiency.
  • Travel internationally as necessary for vendor relationship management and production oversight.

Benefits

  • Up to 100% company-paid healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
  • Kind Body fertility benefits
  • 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Full access to LinkedIn Learning
  • Employee discounts
  • Free weekly catered lunches at HQ
  • Dog-friendly office on Thursdays and Fridays
  • Free swag giveaways
  • Annual holiday and summer parties
  • Invitations to company pop-ups and events
  • Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages
Full Job Description
Product Development - Intimates, Shapewear, Swim

Application Deadline: 31 August 2026

Department: Production and Sourcing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Los Angeles HQ

Reporting To: Angela Henderson

Compensation: $100,000 - $115,000 / year

Description

We are seeking a highly strategic, product-driven Product Development Manager to lead the development of our Women's Intimates, Swim, and Shapewear categories, while driving key Speed-to-Market initiatives across the business. This role will oversee the product development lifecycle from concept through commercialization, ensuring exceptional product execution, quality, innovation, and speed. The ideal candidate is a strong cross-functional partner with deep expertise in apparel development, vendor management, and process optimization, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the full product development lifecycle for Intimates, Shapewear & Swim, from concept through commercialization.
  • Partner closely with Creative, Design, Technical & Raw Materials to translate design vision into production-ready products.
  • Oversee domestic and international vendor relationships across intimates, shapewear, and swimwear categories.
  • Manage BOM accuracy for packaging and communication with vendors.
  • Drive material source, supplier negotiations, and ongoing vendor performance management.
  • Own cost analysis, product engineering, margin optimization, landed cost management.
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve development, production, sourcing, and quality issues proactively and efficiently.
  • Communicate cross functionally with Compliance for testing and new FG suppliers or subcontracted send outs onboarding.
  • Build, refine, and scale internal workflows, trackers, and product development processes to improve speed, accuracy, and cross-functional alignment.
  • Partner closely with Merchandising, Design, and Production to ensure alignment with business goals and seasonal strategies.
  • International Travel as needed to support vendor relationships, sourcing initiatives, and production execution.


Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
  • 5+ years of product development experience within intimates, shapewear, swimwear, or closely related apparel categories
  • Strong technical understanding of garment construction, fit, fabrics, and performance-based materials specific to intimates, shapewear, and swim
  • Proven expertise in costing, sourcing, vendor negotiations, pricing strategy, and full product lifecycle execution
  • Advanced Excel skills required; PLM and/or ERP system experience preferred
  • Strong understanding of technical product development including grading, fit standards, and construction techniques across intimate apparel and swim categories
  • Excellent communication, leadership, project management, and organizational skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment with shifting priorities and tight timelines


Job Benefits

Benefits and Culture
  • Up to 100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
  • Kind Body Fertility Benefits
  • 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Full Access to LinkedIn learning
  • Employee Discounts

Perks (HQ Location)
  • Free weekly catered lunch at HQ - M/T/W/Th
  • Dog-Friendly office on a Thursday and Friday
  • Free Swag Giveaways
  • Annual Holiday Party
  • Annual Summer Party
  • Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
  • Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages

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