Full Job Description
We're seeking a Product Development Manager, Apparel, Accessories & Trim to support the execution of Bandit's global production strategy across the accessories and trim categories. Reporting to the Senior Raw Materials Manager, this role owns the full-cycle development and production process, from sourcing execution through delivery, while partnering closely with Design, Raw Materials, Pre-Production, and Production.
**Requirements**
**Apparel & Trim Product Development**
- Execute seasonal trim sourcing and development across all categories (labels, hangtags, tapings)
- Manage seasonal trim testing, partnering with suppliers to flag and resolve issues early
- Support the Senior Raw Materials Manager on sample yardage inventory, fabric testing, counter-sourcing, and fabric library records
- Maintain accurate seasonal material information in product management systems
- Manage seasonal lab-dip requests end to end, from design handoff through production approval
- Own and maintain Product Development tracking tools across the full development cycle
- Communicate daily with domestic and global vendors to keep timelines on track
- Support costing reviews, including reverse engineering strategies, as directed by department goals
- Flag and help resolve production issues specific to trim and fabric to protect quality and delivery timing
- Collaborate with Design, Tech, and cross-functional partners to execute product strategy
- Manage tasks against the seasonal calendar and flag needed changes proactively
- Participate in and present at seasonal development and production milestone meetings
**What We're Looking For**
- 5+ years in accessories and/or apparel sourcing, development, or production
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Sharp critical thinking and problem-solving instincts
- Comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Existing relationships with mills, factories, and suppliers
- A process-first mindset, with the flexibility to adapt as the supply chain evolves
**Benefits**
- This is a full-time, in-office role based in our Greenpoint, Brooklyn headquarters
- Competitive base salary + equity
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits and flexible PTO
- Rocket-ship level momentum with a career-defining opportunity at-hand
Salary: $100,000-$120,000 + equity.