Product Development Manager

@ SanMar

Overview

At SanMar, the work you do makes a difference. As a Product Development Manager, you will manage the development and production of SanMar products from initial concept to a commercialized finished product. You will work closely with product, merchandising, and technical design teams to drive new product development, cost savings, responsible sourcing, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead the product development process from design to commercialization.
• Develop fabric, trims, and styles with suppliers and manage color development.
• Research trends by attending industry shows and meeting with suppliers.
• Collaborate with Technical Design and cross-functional teams for seasonal development.
• Manage product lifecycle including cost engineering, forecasting, and capacity planning.
• Oversee quality assurance, supplier management, and compliance requirements.
• Train junior team members and support their development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• 4-6 years in product development/production management.
• Strong background in technical development of bags, luggage, and soft goods.
• Understanding of garment/textile manufacturing and vendor compliance.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and people skills.

What We Offer

• Salary range between $77,970 and $115,000 annually.
• Annual discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, disability.
• Paid time off, holidays, and additional perks such as pet insurance.

Work Environment

This role is hybrid with regular hours from 8:00 to 5:00 PST at SanMar's Eastpointe office near Seattle, WA. Quarterly travel may be required.

Key Skills/Competency

• Product Development
• Technical Design
• Cost Engineering
• Supplier Management
• Quality Assurance
• Trend Research
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Training
• Forecasting
• Compliance