What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Development Manager position at The People Brand?
Primary Responsibility : Manages the entire product development process, from concept through to production, ensuring timelines, costs, and quality standards are met.
Detailed Duties :
Product Development Oversight :
Manages the development process, from initial designs through sample production and final product launch.
Works closely with the Creative Director and Technical Designer to ensure that designs are feasible from a production standpoint.
Oversees the timeline of development, ensuring all milestones (prototyping, sampling, production) are met on schedule.
Sourcing & Supplier Management :
Sources materials, fabrics, trims, and other components needed for production, ensuring high-quality and cost effective selections.
Establishes and manages relationships with domestic and international suppliers and manufacturers.
Negotiates prices with suppliers and ensures that costs stay within budget.
Production Planning & Execution :
Oversees production schedules and coordinates with manufacturers to ensure on-time production and delivery of apparel.
Ensures the accuracy of bulk production based on approved samples and tech packs.
Quality Control & Compliance :
Works with the Technical Designer to establish quality control procedures throughout the production process. -
Ensures that all products meet Ghost Golf’s quality standards and that any issues are resolved promptly.
Manages compliance with any regulatory or sustainability requirements related to apparel production.
Cost Management :
Tracks development and production costs, ensuring projects stay within the allocated budget.
Proactively adjusts materials, construction methods, or production processes to reduce costs where necessary without sacrificing quality.
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