Job Description
Job: Product Developer Responsibilities · Manage all parts of product development process from concept to delivery for assigned categories · Clearly communicate development needs to factory partners for assigned categories · Work with design team to set up print artwork files for both inline and logo product. Manage all print communication with factory · Work with design team to create and maintain sketches, cads, tech packs, detail sheets, and design boards · Review lab dips, fabric, print, and trim submittals for color/execution and clearly communicate necessary revisions and approvals · Thoroughly review all samples for fit, design intent, and construction and clearly communicate comments to factories · Actively participate in fit sessions · Track samples/submits and keep internal team informed of status · Organize and maintain fabric, trim, and sample libraries · Communicate with international mills and vendors to help secure competitive prices and lead-times for fabrics, trims, and garments · Help to source fabrics and trims as needed, always prioritizing sustainable options · Work with factories to cost engineer items to improve margin · Together with sales, marketing, and product development team, help to create and maintain product documents · Ensure the product development calendar is followed for assigned categories · Collaborate with design, product development, sales, and marketing teams on all aspects of development and production process · Help to ensure that all products are properly labeled for care, content, and country of origin · Anticipate and find solutions to quality issues · Maintain good working relationships with factory partners, including video conferences or on-site visits when needed · Special projects Requirements · Bachelor’s degree in apparel design, product development, merchandising, or related field · 5+ years in product development in the apparel industry · Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Google Apps, Microsoft office applications · Above average knowledge of apparel product development process · Above average knowledge of both knit and woven construction and materials (sweater experience is a plus) · Above average knowledge of print processes · Ability to accurately see and comment on color · Working knowledge of garment grading · High level of interest in sustainable and slow fashion. · High attention to detail · Excellent written and oral communication, time-management, and organization skills · Ability to prioritize changing work demands · Passionate about creating elevated product This role is full time in office in Boulder, CO with ability to work remotely on Fridays when schedules & workloads allow. Compensation Range of $65,000-75,000, depending on experience This role is a full-time position based in Boulder, Colorado in the Krimson Klover offices (this role is not remote). Four days in-office per week and one day work from home. Occasional evenings/weekends will be required for select events. Travel up to 15%. The Perks We believe our employees drive our success and our culture emphasizes work-life balance. Our base salary is one just one component of our competitive total rewards package that includes numerous additional benefits and perks Benefits Additional benefits (subject to policy changes): ● Health coverage, including $200/month employer contribution towards enrollment in the Company’s medical plan (subject to Krimson Klover eligibility and plan rules) ● Simple IRA plan participation with an employer contribution up to 3% match after plan eligibility and participation achieved ● Paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis starting at year 1 with 17 days accrued annually ● 10 annual company-paid holidays. Birthday holiday to be used during the week of birthday ● 1 paid day for community service per year ● Hybrid work schedule one day per week ● Summer Short-Day Fridays (when schedules and deadlines permit) ● Dog-friendly office ● Generous company product employee discount Interested in applying? Please send your resume AND tell us why you are the best candidate for the position jobs@krimsonklover.com Deadline to apply: About Krimson Klover: krimsonklover.com/ We value people and our team. We believe in Slow Fashion with a high focus on sustainability. Company culture is important to us. Things like hybrid working, volunteering, happy hours and a dog friendly office are just a few examples. Krimson Klover is a team of outdoor enthusiasts who endeavor to have fun while bringing to market stylish, comfortable, sustainably made apparel that supports our brand value to Live Boldly.