Product Development Associate (Non-Apparel)
ANINE BING is seeking a talented Product Development Associate to join our dynamic team.
This role collaborates closely with the Studio Manager and cross-functional teams to develop apparel and accessories that align with ANINE BING’s brand aesthetic and quality standards.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about product development, with a strong focus on quality, timelines, and vendor collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development of high-quality apparel and accessories in line with ANINE BING’s aesthetic and brand standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to meet development deadlines and achieve business goals.
- Assist in sourcing materials and managing vendor relationships, including onboarding new vendors as needed.
- Facilitate cost negotiations to ensure competitive pricing that aligns with production goals.
- Review prototypes and samples for accuracy in material, color, quality, and workmanship.
- Attend fit sessions and provide input on product-related feedback and timelines.
- Maintain accurate records of development progress in ERP systems and internal databases.
- Troubleshoot production challenges and support process improvements to enhance team efficiency.
- Manage email communications and vendor interactions to ensure timely and clear updates.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Textile or Apparel Design (preferred but not required with equivalent experience).
- 3-5 years of experience in product development, preferably in non-apparel or accessories.
- Knowledge of materials and techniques, including knits, wovens, and trims.
- Strong understanding of fabric, fit, function, and garment construction techniques.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Adobe Suite or ERP/PLM experience is a plus.
- Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Working at ANINE BING
ANINE BING seeks to empower its employees by providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Diversity and inclusion is critical to our success as a global brand, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
More about ANINE BING
ANINE BING is a Los Angeles-based fashion house started in 2012 that blends elements of Scandinavian simplicity with American energy to offer modern wardrobe essentials for women seeking a timeless yet rebellious approach to everyday style. Since its launch, ANINE BING has built a global brand represented across 90+ countries, including brick-and-mortar retail stores in cities worldwide.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, ANINE BING has over 200 employees and is backed by key investors, which include Index Ventures founder Danny Rimer (Facebook, Dropbox, Roblox, Net-A-Porter), Greycroft Partners founder Dana Settle (Bumble, Cuyana, Farfetch), and Felix Capital founder Frederic Court (Goop, Farfetch, Vitrue, Dailymotion).