Location:        Huntington Beach, CA      Experience:     3-5 Years Rate:              Commensurate with Experience Start Date:      Immediate

Founded in 2007, TravisMathew draws its inspiration from all aspects of Southern California culture and lifestyle. Our focus on making premier men's apparel for work and play has cemented our foothold in the sportswear world. Over the past several years, TravisMathew has been leading the way in quality and active-wear design. We remain committed to constant innovation and discovery to bring the best to our customers. We're throwing a party, and you're invited.

Overview:

The SMU Product Developer is responsible for developing materials and trims, building and maintaining accurate BOM’s, maintaining costs in accordance with financial objectives, communicating adjustments and corrections to overseas offices/suppliers, overseeing sampling (complete to commercialized product), resolving any issues that may arise, and providing insight and feedback to the Design team for Special Make-Ups (SMU). 

Essential Functions:

• Communicate directly with factories to execute approved style details in order to approve all Pre-Salesman Samples, Bulk Salesman samples, Pre-production and Top of Production samples.
• Works with the Lead Developer on ensuring product details meet/exceed quality, factuality and price point margins.
• Oversee product development samples; from proto stage through approval of Top of Production samples.
• Manage style pre-costing and analyze all subsequent prototype costing to ensure yield, material costs, and FOB's are accurate and meet margin objectives.
• Manage proto, sample, counter-sample and pre-production approvals to ensure the company’s quality standards are met and deliveries are received on time.
• Manage development process according to established company calendar.
• Control and adhere to company’s high-quality standards by monitoring product details and development specs throughout the product manufacturing process including development wash testing and shrinkages.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or technical trade school and / or equivalent experience
• Ability to prioritize workflow based on deadlines
• Ability to problem solve, meet calendar deadlines, and communicate all issues to applicable departments
• 3-5 years’ experience in men’s apparel product development and accessories product development with a strong understanding of product engineering, manufacturing processes and garment timelines
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications, including Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Ability to interpret design intent on fabric/graphics and silhouette and offer alternative solutions
• Knowledge of PLM system(s)
• Knowledge of basic garment constructions and trim details as it relates to all product categories