Product Developer

Summary/Objective
This position supports the product development process by connecting Ruffwear’s Development Team with our Design and Supply Chain teams, as well as our manufacturing partners based in Vietnam. This role is responsible for product execution and transition of new products from the development process into quality assurance, buy ready, and commercialization processes. The position works closely with the Manager, Development to ensure all products are executed fully and accurately according to Ruffwear’s design standards.
Position Requirements
● Responsible for executing the Design Team’s vision for product design, functionality, and performance.
● Ensure the manufacturability and cost-effectiveness of new products.
● Support prototype development to ensure accurate execution and adherence to predetermined deadlines.
● Ensure all prototypes meet functionality and quality standards prior to the Design Team’s approval.
● Maintain existing quality standards throughout the development process and escalate issues as necessary, in preparation for handing off to the Quality Team.
● Understand design and color concepts for each seasonal release and materialize it across all product lines.
● Responsible for color selection and lab dip approval according to identified color standards.
● Maintain product documentation, tech packs, and schedule coordination for pre-production.
● Develop and maintain productive relationships with vendors and factory partners to facilitate an effective working relationship.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is expected to work regularly in an office setting and in factory sample rooms and development facilities. This position is frequently required to use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, machinery, or controls and use office equipment such as computers and printers/scanners.
Work Hours
Early morning hours will be required to work with team members and partners in different time zones.
Travel
Frequent domestic travel (1-2x per month) to factory partners, suppliers, and exhibitions is required to assist in the development and commercialization of products.

According to Company Policies

Product Development, Technical Design, Fashion Design, Costing Analysis, 2D Design