bentexWhite Plains, NY
Product Development Manager
Product Development Manager
Product Development Manager
bentexWhite Plains, NY
2 days ago
Cut and Sew Apparel ManufacturingApparel Accessories and Other Apparel ManufacturingClothing and Clothing Accessories Merchant Wholesalers
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Bentex Group is a family of affiliated companies engaged in the design, production and sales of apparel and home decor products worldwide both wholesale and direct to consumer.
Overview:
We are seeking a Product Development Manager to lead the process of researching, prototyping, and bringing new products to market across multiple manufacturing categories. This role requires a combination of analytical market research skills, creative problem-solving, and hands-on prototyping and factory coordination experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Market Research & Analysis
- Conduct in-depth market research to identify emerging trends, gaps, and opportunities across various product categories
- Pitch identified product concepts to management based on research
- Product Concept Development
- Collaborate with designers to develop prototypes for new product ideas
- Coordinate the sampling process, ensuring timely revisions and improvements based on feedback
- Production Coordination
- Source suppliers that specialize in relevant product categories
- Collaborate with design and technical teams to generate BOMsTrack and evaluate lap dips, strike offs and sample submissions
- Daily factory communication via email
- Track and maintain Work in Process report via PLM system
- Monitor Timing and Action calendar
Requirements:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in apparel production, preferably in children’s apparel
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and organizational skill
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Also on the board Same function, level within a rung
Level
Senior
Location
White Plains, NY
Occupation
Commercial and Industrial Designers
Industry
Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing
Posted
2 days ago